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Latvia’s capital Riga is a city of contrasts — medieval streets, stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and a vibrant modern culture. After many years under Soviet rule, Latvian language and folklore is now being revived. At the same time, many Latvians are emigrating. What's it like to grow up in this city? Join 17-year-old Alisters for a day in Riga: from sewing his own clothes to dance practice for Latvia’s famous Song and Dance Festival. Have an idea for our next destination? Leave your thoughts in the comments! CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:49 Inside a Latvian household 02:02 Fashion inspired by tradition 03:01 Getting around Riga 03:22 Vocational arts school 04:23 National Library of Latvia 04:51 Meeting friends 05:47 Folk dance culture 06:57 Outro #dweuromaxx #youngandeuropean #riga -------------------------------------------- CREDITS Report: Sergei Satanovskii Camera: Kaspars Braķis, Daniil Zhylinski Edit: Daniil Zhylinski Supervising Editor: Mirja Viehweger Thumbnail image of Riga: © YAY Images/IMAGO -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to DW Euromaxx: https://bit.ly/DWEuromaxx_Sub Would you like to find out more about Euromaxx? ▸Website: https://www.dw.com/english/euromaxx ▸Facebook: / dw.euromaxx ▸Instagram: / dw_euromaxx DW Euromaxx brings you engaging insights into European cultures and lifestyles.

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