Midsummer holiday celebration in Riga, Latvia

Yesterday and today in Riga, Latvia. Just happens to be longest day of the year which is a good reason for a holiday.  After dinner last night we walked down to the old town section of the city.  Women wore rings of flowers on their heads and men wore rings of oak leaves.  Lots of singing and dancing.

 

 

 

Our guide told us about a liquor he thought we all should try.  Riga Black Balsam. We found a very small bottle and bought it.  The guide suggested we add it to our coffee.  We liked it better by itself. Will never be a favorite

 

This morning we had a great local guide who showed us much including many art Nuevo style buildings