The Great Latgale Market 2014
I want to recommend an event we try to attend every year during the Midsummer holiday - the Great Latgale Market at the ancient hillfort of Ludza. What appeals to me is the location - a hill with an ancient aura surrounded by lakes; the timing - it seems that on those days all the herb wreaths, handmade goods and jewellery carry the midsummer mysticism; and the emotional atmosphere. This year too, for the sixth time on 21 June, craft masters, farmers, singers and dancers from Latgale and beyond will gather together to organise the Great Latgale Market and celebrate the summer solstice. Visitors will be able to watch demonstrations of ancient crafts in outdoor workshops and ancient Latgale wrestling, participate in games and sing along with folklore ensembles. It's sure to be interesting for everyone, young and old. Adults will be able to purchase festive table treats and enjoy themselves, while children can ride horses, cuddle farm animals or learn to weave Midsummer wreaths. Free admission.
I want to recommend an event we try to attend every year during the Midsummer holiday - the Great Latgale Market at the ancient hillfort of Ludza. What appeals to me is the location - a hill with an ancient aura surrounded by lakes; the timing - it seems that on those days all the herb wreaths, handmade goods and jewellery carry the midsummer mysticism; and the emotional atmosphere.
Photo from last year's event, iinuu
This year too, on 21 June, for the sixth time, craft masters, farmers, singers and dancers from Latgale and beyond will gather together to organise the Great Latgale Market and celebrate the summer solstice. Visitors will be able to watch demonstrations of ancient crafts in outdoor workshops and ancient Latgale wrestling, participate in games and sing along with folklore ensembles.
It's sure to be interesting for everyone, young and old. Adults will be able to purchase festive table treats and enjoy themselves, while children can ride horses, cuddle farm animals or learn to weave Midsummer wreaths. Free admission.
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