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Once in Riga!

Riga was a city of easy going and low cost, so it's perfectly for me, who love walking, explore and eat. I had spent two nights here, and walk around day and night, I went many museums that I liked, and I have 2 places to recommend is Latvian National Museum of Art and Latvian War Museum is worth to spending time to see. Because of Riga was a city low costs, so I've eaten all day all time since I stay here, whether it is bake, burgers, donut and beer :D If you have a chance to visit here, bet with me! You would like Riga, for sure!
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