The Hill of Crosses
For an insight into Lithuania’s religious beliefs and troubled political past, visit the Hill of Crosses at Siauliai(pronounced shoe-lay). Lithuanians know it as Kryžių Kalnas.
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Latvia
Riga – The Paris of the East
Known in its heyday as “the Paris of the East”, Riga is the largest, most vibrant city in the Baltic region. Its history and architecture reflect the influences of Russian and German culture on its underlying Latvian traditions.
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Estonian Song Festivals
Group singing is a living feature of Estonia’s historical and cultural heritage. Within Estonia there are many small cultural communities, each with its own song tradition.
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A Guide to Tallinn
Nestled in the north-eastern part of the Baltic Sea area, Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, has to be one of the best preserved medieval towns in the whole of Europe.
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A Short History of Amber
People have long been fascinated with the look, colours and geological significance of this gemstone and the mysterious, earthly aura that it radiates. The prehistoric trade routes between Northern and Southern Europe were very much defined by the amber trade.
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