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Powder Tower (Svina Tornis), Riga Castle

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Powder Tower (Svina Tornis), Riga Castle

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Powder Tower (Svina Tornis), Riga Castle

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Location: Vidzeme, Latvia

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Blandine ❄️🏔️☀️🌺

November 20, 2023

I find the building pretty from the outside. You can see it well from the Bridge too.

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October 25, 2024

Originally built in the 14th century, it was part of the medieval city fortifications and served to protect the city from invaders. The massive white tower, which was once used to store gunpowder and ammunition, contrasts interestingly with the colourful surrounding buildings and gives this part of the Old Town a special atmosphere.

Over time, the tower has been destroyed and rebuilt several times, especially after the devastation in World War II. Today, it is part of Riga Castle, the seat of the Latvian President. A quick exploration of the area reveals Riga's rich history, and the Svina tornis is an impressive symbol of the city's defensive capabilities.

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David Howells

July 31, 2022

Just a big office for a president and nothing much to look at from the outside.

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Elevation 10 m

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Powder Tower (Svina Tornis), Riga Castle

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