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.
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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
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CREDITS
Bericht: Sergei Satanovskii
Kamera: Kaspars Braķis, Daniil Zhylinski
Schnitt: Daniil Zhylinski
Thumbnail image of Riga: © YAY Images/IMAGO
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