Latvia

Latvia is a small country on the Baltic Sea with ancient history and traditions. If you want to enjoy nature, there is not only the serene Gulf of Riga and the open Baltic Sea , but also nature parks, lakes and beautiful forests. Latvia is now also beginning to emerge as a tourist destination further a field, championed as one of Europe 's hidden treasures. Those who visit will appreciate the small picturesque medieval towns, country castles, museums and folk parks, ruined fortresses and, occasionally, grand palaces. They will also appreciate the little Latvian quirks still entrenched in customs, crafts and culture.

Latvia has comprehensive school system under which children are required to attend school from the age of 7 to 16. After nine years of primary school, which is compulsory, students may choose to enter a secondary school or vocational school. The 3-year secondary school education makes a student eligible to enter a higher educational establishment, while most vocational school students enter the job market after the graduation. Here the higher education foresees a uniform system of certification of graduates. The academic degrees like the bachelor's and master’s are also internationally recognized