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View of the National Library of Latvia across the Daugava River

View of the National Library of Latvia across the Daugava River

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View of the National Library of Latvia across the Daugava River

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Location: Vidzeme, Latvia

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1. St. Peter's Church, Riga – Riga Central Market loop from Centre

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2. Riga Central Market – Latvian Academy of Sciences loop from Old Riga

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3. Akmens Bridge (Stone Bridge) – Latvian National Library loop from Bieriņi/Bērnu slimnīca

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Edwin

July 24, 2024

Beautiful panorama in the foreground of the city. Both from the bridge and from the shore.

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Beyond the Horizon

October 25, 2024

The view across the Daugava to the National Library of Latvia in Riga is impressive. The so-called "Castle of Light" (Gaismas Pils), a modern masterpiece by Latvian architect Gunnar Birkerts, stands out with its striking, pyramid-like shape. The building is not only an architectural feature, but also symbolizes the transmission of knowledge and the pursuit of enlightenment.

Seen from the opposite side of the river, modern Riga appears in harmonious contrast to the old town. The riverside promenade invites you to take a stroll where you can admire both urban modernity and the historic bridges, such as the Akmens Bridge. The Daugava River itself has played a central role in the city's history for centuries and today forms a symbolic division between old and new Riga. A walk along the river offers the opportunity to experience the city from a new perspective.

As you walk over the bridges, you can feel the interplay of history and modernity that defines Riga. The mixture of historical buildings and contemporary structures invites you to continually discover new facets of this vibrant city.

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View of the National Library of Latvia across the Daugava River

1. St. Peter's Church, Riga – Riga Central Market loop from Centre

2. Riga Central Market – Latvian Academy of Sciences loop from Old Riga

3. Akmens Bridge (Stone Bridge) – Latvian National Library loop from Bieriņi/Bērnu slimnīca

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