Latvia Downtown + Historical Pictures

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Ancient churches, a presidential home and the remains of a medieval defensive wall make a stroll through the historical center of Riga a stimulating adventure.

Wander through the richly decorated rooms of a 17th-century mansion to find out how Riga’s wealthy elite used to live.

Gaze in awe at the art nouveau mansions that decorate this regal city center street and visit a museum with exhibits about this architectural style.

Gaze in awe at the art nouveau mansions that decorate this regal city center street and visit a museum with exhibits about this architectural style.

Gaze in awe at the art nouveau mansions that decorate this regal city center street and visit a museum with exhibits about this architectural style.

Gaze in awe at the art nouveau mansions that decorate this regal city center street and visit a museum with exhibits about this architectural style.

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

Visit a grand church that once served as a planetarium and is now known for its architecture and rich collection of religious icons.

With a vast collection of paintings, ceramics and sculptures, this renowned art institution provides a colorful exploration of Latvian art.

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.