The capital of Latvia is Riga, the largest city in the Baltics. Buildings that stand side by side, from ancient architecture to modern. This city is the cultural capital of Europe, and the center of Riga is recognized as a UNESCO heritage.
Walk along the beaches. From the city center there is a direct route taxi to Jurmala. The journey takes about 15 minutes. Of course, besides the beaches, you can walk through the pine forests and visit the famous Jomas street, where you will find many crafts made from the famous amber.
The Dome Cathedral became famous for the world's largest organ, which is 25 meters high. The cathedral is a concert hall and belongs to the Lutheran Church. It is believed that the impact of organ music is the most powerful effect on the human body. To enhance the sensations, you need to close your eyes so that your attention is not scattered to the interior items.
The Riga castle was restored several times and destroyed several times by the local residents themselves, the reason for this was the uprisings and unrest. Only the Lead Tower has survived in its original form. The castle was built as a residence of the Livonian Order, but in 1561 the order fell apart. A new restoration of the castle is planned, it is designed for 15 years.
In the center of the city you will find a 42-meter monument that is the symbol of Riga - the Freedom Monument. It is dedicated to those who died in the struggle for independence. The base of the monument is decorated with bas-reliefs depicting battle scenes, and at the top there is a female figure holding three stars in her hands, which symbolize the three Latvian provinces: Courland, Livonia and Latgale.
