“Staro Riga 2014” Festival of light is a part of Riga
carnival which stands for happiness and change. It is scheduled for five evening from 14 to 18
of November 2014. It presents the idea of transformation and lighting up of the
city, building, windows and façade. It tries to provide people with the feeling
of adventure, exploration and discovery.
I was excited when
friends told me that the city looked so beautiful. So not wasting much time me and
my apartment mates headed to the city. When I entered the city I felt like I was
entering into a different realm. Riga is not a big city, but it is a beautiful
one even during the day light. At night when the city is decorated with lights the
view is splendid. There was showcase of the work by various artists from Latvia,
Lithuania, France, Portugal etc showing their globally acclaimed work during
light festival. I don’t know how other people felt but I was so amazed. I started
to think what would we do if there was
not greatest invention like light particularly the great Thomas Elva Edison’s
invention the light bulb. My appreciation to this great man increased by
many folds that night. So to be a part of the event where they show the
importance of such invention is a beautiful experience, once in a life time
opportunity at least for me. If lucky enough I hope I get to attend such events
in the near future.
Video courtesy : Ingus Betman
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