Latvia's 100 Most Beautiful Places

This colorful book invites you to discover 100 of our country's most beautiful, interesting, and inspiring places – both those that have long been regarded as the benchmarks of Latvia's landscapes, architectural gems, or symbols of statehood, as well as lesser-known places whose beauty and uniqueness may have gone unnoticed and unappreciated in the rush of everyday life.
It encourages readers to discover the most stunning natural sites in Latvia – Kolka Cape, the Daugava bends, Gaiziņkalns, Zvārte Cliff, the steep coast of Jūrkalne, the colorful cities – Rēzekne and Daugavpils, Kuldīga and Ventspils, Valmiera and Alūksne, the magnificent churches in Aglona, Līksna, Skaistkalns, introduces various museums both in the capital city and beyond, allows a glimpse into the majestic and noble castles in Rundāle, Bīriņi, Jaunpils, Bauska, Jelgava, Gārsene, Cesvaine, and also reminds us of the symbols of Latvian statehood – the Freedom Monument, the National Theatre where the Republic of Latvia was proclaimed, Cēsis where the red-white-red flag originated, and the Christmas Battle sites that evoke the fighting spirit and heroism of Latvians.
If ever the thought crosses your mind that everything here in Latvia is already well-known and has therefore become boring, then take this book in hand, look at the photographs, read the descriptions of at least some of the most beautiful places, and you will again be able to look at our land with wonder-filled eyes and feel a patriotic pride for living here!

Second revised and updated edition.