History and Mysteries of the Old City of Riga

The heart of Riga is Old Riga. The old town is one of
The oldest cities on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea. In Old Riga you can plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, walk along the old narrow streets, enjoy a variety of architecture.

Riga - the capital of Latvia - the largest city in the Baltic States
over 800 years. Due to its convenient geographical location, the city became a trade crossroads between East and West. And many fought for domination over this tasty piece, many ruled and built our city. Therefore, in our time, the old city is very interesting for its diverse architecture: Gothic, Baroque, Classicism, Art Nouveau – the diversity and richness of architectural styles were appreciated by UN specialists, and in 1997 the central part of Riga was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. A walk around the city includes sightseeing such sights as the Church of St. Peter, the Church of St. Jacob, the Powder Tower, the Dome Cathedral, the residential complex of three brothers. As well as the small streets and romance of the ancient medieval city, this is what you will experience in Riga.