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Lithuania to Latvia
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel before crossing the Lithuania-Latvia border on your way to Liepaja. En route, visit the Latvian Open-Air Ethnographic Museum, "Vītolnieki," a 19th-century homestead showcasing traditional coastal Latvian life. Explore the historic buildings, including a dwelling house, barn-stable ensemble, forge, bathhouse, and granary, while learning about local farming and fishing practices. Continue to Rucava, where you'll discover traditional crafts, ancient ceramics, folk costumes, and local dishes. Visit the "Zvanītāji" farmhouse, a 19th-century wooden building that retains its original features. Enjoy a traditional lunch and hear stories from the locals who preserve the area’s cultural heritage. Arrive in Liepaja and take a walking tour of the city’s historical center. Visit Rose Square, the Alley of Fame, the Amber Clock, and the Seaside Park. Admire the city’s wooden architecture and sculptures that celebrate its musical legacy. Finish the day with a tour of the Karaosta neighborhood, a former Russian Imperial and Soviet naval base. Explore the Orthodox Church, Karosta Prison, the swing bridge, and remnants of military architecture. End the tour at the Northern forts to understand why Liepaja is called the town where the wind is born.