Historic Jewish communities, roots travel, palaces and beach resorts in western Latvia
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The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 72. This episode was recorded prior to the events of October 7, 2023. Mark and David travel to the Baltic Sea and Latvia's port city Liepaja to meet members of the Jewish community before heading to a glorious beach town and majestic stately home. This time:Go West, young menThe Jews of pre-War LiepajaPersonal accounts of Holocaust salvationReconstruction of a communityThe finery of Rundale PalaceTragic tales are never far away - the story of RumbulaThe beaches of JurmalaTaking stock of Latvia of then and todayMark and David were guests of the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia, Radisson Blu Ridzene and Air Baltic.
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