Barefoot Trail in Latvia - Baskāju taka - My Travel Diaries #1steemCreated with Sketch.

in travel •  7 years ago 

Sure my name is @baliflicker because Bali became one of my favorite places in the world, but as I already mentioned in one of my first blog posts here on Steemit, I am basically sitting in a plane every other week. And I wanna share my travel impressions and experiences with you.

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So let's get started with

LATVIA

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Latvia is a comparable small country in Eastern Europe. I have been there several times, mostly at the airport in Riga, I have to admit, because it is one of my main transfer airports. Last summer, I spent two weeks in this beautiful country.

What I remember is not only these cute bus tickets that they have in the capital Riga ;) there are plenty of beaches where you can surf. The downtown area of Riga is a mix of culture and trendy places. Many bars and restaurants, but also historical monuments.

The thing I remember the most, is the so called barefoot trail (in Latvian: Baskāju taka) , where you can hike without shoes.
It was a fun experience. You have to walk over sticks and stones, sometimes mud :D climb over trees and you can cool down your feet in the small river on the trail.
I have to admit some parts were almost painful, when you are not used to walk without your shoes.

Bottom line: we should all walk without shoes more!

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At the end of the barefoot hiking trail, you can stop by at this place where you get a warm flower bath for your feet and a nice herbal tea to relax after an inspring barefoot walk.

If you ever stop by in Latvia, make sure to visit the Baskāju taka , also called
THE PARK OF SENSES

You can find more info on their website


Happy traveling!

@baliflicker

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This is nice.
Actually, the adventure park that you visited is one of my favourite places in Valmiera.
sajūtu parks
How did you like Gaujas Stāvie krasti ?

gaujas stāvie krasti

Happy traveling...! and thank you for searing ..!

cool post, keep them coming (-:

Just taking this opportunity to say "THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING ME"

  ·  7 years ago (edited)

I'm not gonna lie, that barefoot trail sounds like the stuff of my nightmares! (I hate walking barefoot, especially over squishy/slimy stuff).

However, that flower bath plus herbal tea looks super lovely and relaxing... the sour and the sweet, I guess: one appreciates the reward much more after some struggle/discomfort. Thanks for sharing, @baliflicker!