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Folk Song Hill

Folk Song Hill
Stroll among the little stone people on 'Dainu kalns' or 'Folk Song Hill' which is right next to the Turaida Castle. Read_on (No Comments)

Gutmanis Cave

Gutmanis Cave
The largest cave in the Baltics measuring 19m deep, 12m wide and 10m high is not only a natural wonder, but also a place steeped in myth and legend. Read_on (No Comments)

Krimulda Lutheran Church

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Built in 1205, this ancient church is the oldest functioning house of worship in Latvia. It is closely associated with the Liv chieftain Kaupo who is either buried in or nearby the church depending on which sources you choose to believe. Read_on (No Comments)

Sigulda Castle Ruins

Sigulda Castle Ruins
Built by German crusaders from 1207 - 1226, the castle was the first stone fortification constructed outside of Riga by the Teutonic invaders. Read_on (No Comments)

Sigulda Lutheran Church

Sigulda Lutheran Church
Located right in the centre of town, this white stone church was first mentioned in historical documents in 1483 as St. Bartholomew's and, with the exception of its tower and pulpit that were added in the 1930s, hasn’t really changed much since then. Read_on (No Comments)

Turaida Museum Reserve

Turaida Museum Reserve
The reserve includes Turaida Castle and the surrounding area, and is the largest protected cultural monument in the country. Construction of the red, brick castle began in 1214 when it served as a fortification on the Gauja River Valley. Read_on (No Comments)

Turaida Rose's Grave

Turaida Rose's Grave
The grave of the orphan beauty Turaida Rose (1601 - 1620) lies just before the castle and church at the foot of an ancient linden tree in the Turaida Museum Reserve. Read_on (No Comments)