Dome Square in Old Rīga in August. A total of 149 bears, symbolizing UN countries demonstrating for peace, was a gift from Germany on Latvia's centenary.The blue one represented Belgium.
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NORTHERN COUNTRY TOUR RIGA (Latvia)
In contrast to its smaller neighbours, Riga goes all out with a buzzing atmosphere and impressive Art-Nouveau architecture. Together with Grace our tour leader we went on a walking tour through the city.
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I just love your Latvian Bears!!
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- Lisa
How wonderful it would be if all 149 countries were as passionate about peace as these bears! And thanks for your recent visit to my blog.
ReplyDeleteThe bears were a delight, I pray for Worldwide peace.
ReplyDeleteLove the bears!
ReplyDeleteVery colourful bears!
ReplyDeleteI love the Cat House in Riga :-) The bears look very cheerful!
ReplyDeleteThere was a Bear like those in Berlin outside a restaurant. I immediately had Uschi take my picture! It must have been an impressive sight to see all of those Bears in person!
ReplyDeleteGreat images, thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteTHOSE bears are awesome. They made me smile. And the reason they are there is even more awesome. Thanks for sharing highlights.
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