11/11/2025
🇱🇻Today, November 11th, Latvia honours the courage, strength, and sacrifice of its national heroes.
Lāčplēša diena commemorates the Latvian freedom fighters who secured independence in 1919. It is a day of remembrance, gratitude, and national pride.
The name Lāčplēsis “the Bear-Slayer” comes from a legendary Latvian epic hero known for his unmatched strength and spirit. Symbolically, the bear (lācis) represents power and resilience — qualities that echo in the story of our nation and in the hearts of its people.
🕯️ As we light candles across Latvia, we remember those who came before us — and carry forward their strength with every step.