Midsummer in Latvia – Līgo

Līgo All over Europe, the ancient pagan midsummer celebrations continue to take place.  In Latvia, St. John’s Day (Jāņi), or Līgo may be the most important celebration of the year.  It runs overnight from June 23rd to the 24th. If they can, Latvians take to the woods, fields and beaches to celebrate by staying up… Continue reading Midsummer in Latvia – Līgo