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Learn Russian and discover Daugavpils

Welcome to learn Russian in Daugavpils and explore the stunning beauty of Latvian nature! Studying Russian at the executive Russian language training center based at Lielborne manor will give you endless possibilities to explore the Latgale region.

Let us remind you that Daugavpils is the second biggest city in Latvia and it has the largest population of Russian-speaking people. All this will ensure great extra Russian language practice outside your school lessons. Luckily, the city center of Daugavpils is only 30 minutes away from Lielborne manor so you may visit the city wherever you want.

Alternatively, you may visit small and ancient town Kraslava, located just 15 minutes away from the Lielborne Manor. Spend your afternoon strolling slowly through the old and romantic streets of the town. By the way, in Kraslava you may visit the swimming pool to stretch your muscles, as well as to take a relaxing steam bath in the sauna.

There, in the Latgale region you will have unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation: cycling, boating, nature trails, observation towers, etc.). Visits to craft workshops and farms and meeting locals. People in Latgale are distinguished by great hospitality and will be happy to talk with you and tell you about their region, which they are very proud of.

Video by Daugavpils Travel. More information at the Daugavpils Tourist information Centre, 22a Rigas Street, Daugavpils. Phone: +371 65422818; +371 26444810, e-mail: turisms@daugavpils.lv

Learn Russian in Daugavpils and discover local gems

See TOP 5 places in Daugavpils for your weekend from www.visitdaugavpils.lv

  1. Daugavpils fortress.
    Daugavpils fortress is a unique cultural and historical architectural monument of national importance. Daugavpils fortress is also considered as the last bastion-type fortress in the world that has been preserved without any significant alterations since the early 19th century.
  2. Mark Rothko Art Centre.
    Do you know that the author of one of the world the most expensive painting ‘’Nr 6 (Violet, Green and Red)’’, Markt Rothko was born at Daugavpils? This painting was sold for 140 million EUR in the year 2014. Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre is a multifunctional complex of contemporary art, culture and education situated in the Arsenal building at Daugavpils Fortress. It is the only place in Eastern Europe where the original masterpieces of the famous painter and the founder of the abstract expressionism Mark Rothko can be seen.
  3. Nature Park ‘’Daugavas loki’’. Do you remember that your Russian language school at Lielborne Manor has a unique location on the territory of the Nature Park ‘’Daugavas loki?’’
    Nature Park “Daugavas Loki” was created to preserve the unique natural complexes, natural, cultural and historical values and little transformed landscapes of the ancient valley of the Daugava on the site of Naujene to Kraslava. The bends of the ancient valley of the Daugava are considered to be the oldest geological formations in Latvia. The Nature Park “Daugavas Loki” was recognized as the NATURA 2000 territory in 2004, but in 2011 this park was included in the Latvian National UNESCO World Heritage List
  4. The Museum of Military Vehicles. World War II military equipment private collection is unique in the fact that the objects are found in the former battlefields and skillfully restored. Here you can see Soviet army tanks, battle attack landing cars, all-terrain vehicles, and other military vehicle guns and equipment units.

5.. “BURTNIEKI” active recreation track fo riding on quad bikes and buggies is located only 7km away from Daugavpils. The track “Burtnieki” is a great place for outdoor activities with family, friends or even colleagues. The track is suitable not only for adults, but even the youngest (children over six years) can also test their skills.

See more tips and ideas for your amazing free-time activities at https://www.visitdaugavpils.lv/en/turisma-objekta-tips/things-to-do/

More information about the Latgale region and the most significant and interesting places http://www.visitlatgale.com/en/

 

→ SEE MORE OPTIONS FOR YOU TO IMPROVE YOUR RUSSIAN LANGUAGE! ←

Individual Russian

Improve your General Russian language skills and work on any linguistic gaps you may have. Choose your own intensity from 15 up to 40 lessons a week.

 Come with a closed group

Let your students discover a beautiful city of Daugavpils and get all the benefits from a tailor-made Russian classes. Add fun activities and excursions for a more exciting trip!

Military Russian

The powerful combination of Russian Military and Politics for very motivated students.