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Do you know Latvia?

Latvia is one of the Baltic states, and it's not a country that most people would typically visit 😂. I stopped by while traveling to Russia! After visiting Russia, the streets and shops in Latvia felt so charming and cute 😂. Latvia is famous for Riga, especially the cat 🐈⬛ perched on top of a house. You wouldn't notice it unless someone pointed it out 😂. During this trip, I joined a walking tour to explore the city! The guide showed us the cat, bars with hidden entrances, and other interesting spots. Surprisingly, Riga is said to be the birthplace of the Christmas tree 🎄! The guide shared such fun tidbits with us. It's a cozy little city, so I highly recommend joining a walking tour!
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