The Latvian Cultural Garden was dedicated in 2006. It was the second garden at the turn of the century, behind only the Indian Cultural Garden, which was dedicated a year before.

As part of her public diplomacy efforts, the Foreign Minister will also meet with Czech students who are studying the Latvian language. The meeting highlights Latvia's commitment to cultural exchange ...

He also pointed out that the theatre could continue to advertise in public outdoor spaces -- only in Latvian. Asked about the ...

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It also sought to dilute Latvian culture. Russian became the lingua franca, needed for any serious work. When Latvia regained independence in 1991, the country was 48% non-Latvian.

Latvian Cultural Garden: There was another period of stagnation for the gardens, which then led to another resurgence in new gardens.

Israel and Latvia closed a new agreement in the fields of culture, sports, education and science in May. The document was signed by Nurit Tinari, head of the Cultural Relations division at the ...

Pennsylvanian Andris Grunde’s recent vacation included a celebration of Latvian culture in St. Paul and a day trip to St. Peter. Grunde found his drive recently through the Minnesota River ...

SCOTT SIMON, HOST: "Flow" is an animated film from Latvia that stars a dark cat, a yellow Lab, a ring-tailed lemur, a capybara, and a long-limbed bird who band together to try to survive.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — When quickly looking into the Latvian Cultural Garden from Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, a first glance may reveal a few boulders upon a hill with some rudimentary carvings.