St. James's Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Central District, Riga, Latvia
The cathedral stands 86 meters tall with a slender tower maintaining its original medieval pyramidal shape near the Latvian Parliament building.
Construction of the cathedral began in the early 13th century, with the first written records mentioning its existence dating back to 1225.
The cathedral served different religious communities over time, switching between Catholic and Lutheran congregations according to the ruling powers of Riga.
Visitors can find the cathedral at Jekaba iela 9, with guided tours available by contacting the administration through telephone or email.
The cathedral's tower bell once served as the town alarm, calling citizens to witness public executions in the Town Hall Square.
Location: Central District
Location: Riga
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Height: 86 m
Length: 50 m
Width: 27 m
Made from material: brick
Address: Jēkaba iela 9, Mazā Pils iela 4, Mazā Pils iela 6
Website: http://catholic.lv/katedrale
GPS coordinates: 56.95083,24.10472
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:52
Latvia offers a diverse range of sites combining medieval history and Baltic nature. The country brings together different periods and landscapes: the Old Town of Riga with its Art Nouveau buildings, the castle of Cēsis, the beaches of Jūrmala and the extensive forests of Gauja National Park. Latvian cities preserve evidence of German, Swedish and Russian rule. Beyond the capital Riga, places like Liepāja with its military port or Kuldīga with its waterfall invite exploration. The coastal region extends for several hundred kilometres along the Baltic Sea. The natural landscapes include extensive forests, wetlands and lakes. Gauja National Park protects river valleys with sandstone cliffs and historic castle ruins. Rural areas display traditional wooden architecture and agricultural structures that have shaped life in the Baltic regions for centuries.
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