Latvia, a captivating country nestled in Northern Europe, offers a perfect blend of rich history, unique culture, and ...

Taking the elevator to the top of St. Peter’s Church for 360-degree views of the city, is an absolute must, along with a visit to the gothic House of the Blackheads and the Riga Cathedral.

About 200 dignitaries from Latvia and a delegation of Michigan National Guard leaders gathered inside Riga’s ornate “House of the Blackheads” for the event, which included a reception and ...

House of the Blackhead s: The most potent symbol of how Riga’s old town has been dolled up is this ornate edifice, which was wrecked in two stages — during the Second World War and during ...

Several sources, including Visit Tallinn, note that the Brotherhood of the Blackheads brought a tree to Tallinn Town Square in 1441, predating the tree in Latvia.