Old Town Riga’s most well-known churches: Riga Dome Cathedral – the seat of the Latvian Lutheran Church’s archbishop, its foundation stone was laid in the 13th century and features a magnificent organ with outstanding sound; St Peter’s Church – features the highest church tower in the city with a viewing platform;

Its colorful domes and intricate iconography make it a captivating sight for visitors exploring Riga's religious heritage. Finally, the Old Saint Gertrude Church, known for its distinctive Neo-Gothic elements, offers a unique glimpse into Riga's architectural diversity.

Nov 12, 2024 · The Old Town is Riga's very heart, filled with medieval churches, charming cafés and Latvian art and culture. Find out the top things to see and do...

Vecrīga ("Old Riga") is the historical center and a neighbourhood (as Vecpilsēta) of Riga, Latvia, located in the Central District on the east side of Daugava River. Vecrīga is famous for its old churches and cathedrals, such as Riga Cathedral, St. James's Cathedral and St. Peter's Church.

St James's Cathedral (Latvian: Svētā Jēkaba katedrāle, German: Jakobskirche) is the Roman Catholic cathedral of Riga in Latvia. The cathedral is dedicated to Saint James the Greater.

Riga’s tallest church with a tower offering a breathtaking view of the red roofs of Old Town, the modern part of the city, Riga Bay and the Daugava River with its large port. At St Peter’s Church you can: Enjoy art exhibitions, Attend...

Nov 16, 2019 · You can find many churches in a small area of Riga Old Town. The Church of St Mary Magdalene is located along a small street next to St. James's Cathedral. This Roman Catholic church is named for Jesus' companion, Mary Magdalene. The current church building dates from 1746. It was first built as a wooden monastery chapel around 1260.

Jul 29, 2016 · One of the centrepieces of the Old Town is Riga Dome Cathedral. The cathedral functions as a Lutheran church and as one of Riga’s organ music centers. Riga Dome Cathedral survived centuries of warfare and transformations and as such has a mix of styles.

Two of the most impressive buildings in Old Riga are the Dome Church and St. Peter's Church, where a magnificent panorama of the city of Riga opens up from the observation deck of the 72-meter-high tower.

Within the relatively confined area of Old Town you can find several houses of worship belonging to different religious denominations. The Lutheran church of St. Peter is one of the oldest buildings in the city, though little, if any, of the original structure can still be seen today.