Enjoying the American holiday of Thanksgiving. |
The Chefs |
The hardworking kitchen crew. |
My wonderful host mother, Velta. |
My neighborhood. |
The soccer stadium. It was within walking distance of
my house, so I attended a few games. |
Another neighborhood in Riga. Notice how the Russian
has been covered up on the street sign. |
Riga is known for its Jugensteel architecture. |
This building was a synagogue prior to the Nazi arrival
during World War II. |
Riga even has its own Circus, which was very good. |
Our group was fortunate enough to meet with Mr. Berclavs
(second from right), one of the original communist leaders in Latvia. |
During Soviet times this church was converted into a
restaurant. |
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VEF |
State Electronics Factory |
The Dome Church. |
The entrance to the Dome Church. Notice how the city
has grown up around the church. |
The Saeima. |
Our classroom, on one of the last days we enjoyed Pizza
Lulu. |
Palmani XL, one of our favorite places to dine. |
Inside of Paddy Whelans. |
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Our last stop before leaving Latvia for home. |
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