2012, SEPTEMBER 12: TO LATVIA, RIGA

Around 4:30 p.m., just after our Hill of Crosses visit, we resumed travel to our next destination, Riga. It was cloudy and drizzled all the way.

Riga is the capital and the largest city of Latvia. Having been a member of the Hanseatic League it has prospered since the medieval times. It is still better off than its other neighbors.

Daugava River runs through Riga. Also it is an important Baltic port. Russians used it as a major outpost for its trade with the West. Even after the end of Soviet occupation, Russia continues to be used for export of its oil.

Soon after arrival at Riga, we had dinner at our Hotel. Then we made way to our room.