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House of Blackheads
The name of the house derives from the guilders' patron St. Maurice, who was often depicted as a Moor. -
St. Peter's Church
St. Peter's Church (Rīgas Sv. Pētera baznīca). Founded in 1209 and rebuilt in the 15th century. The three entrances were added in the 17th century. The current steeple, which is 123 m tall, was built in 1973. -
House of Blackheads
Originally built in 1334 for the city's guilds. The facade was was added in 1500s and the four statues of Neptune, Mercury, Unity and Peace were added in 1896. -
Mentzendorff house
Built in 1695. -
House of Blackheads
Originally built in 1334 for the city's guilds. This wonderful building was bombed in WWII, and completely rebuilt in 1999. -
Rīgas Doms - Riga Cathedral
The cloister of the Dome. The courtyard was closed, however, due to snow. -
Rīgas Doms - Riga Cathedral
This Lutheran church was founded in 1211, but (re)built several times, so it's got Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque elements. And there was this guy tuning the piano, so I had my own private concert! Pure magic. -
Riga centre
Some lovely old houses in the city centre.