Arch of Alexander I

The Arch of Alexander I stands in Viestura Garden, featuring classical architectural elements with lateral pylons and detached columns framing the entrance.

Built between 1815 and 1817 to commemorate the Russian Army's victory over Napoleon, the arch was relocated from Alexandrovskaya Street to its current location in 1936.

The monument represents the intersection of Latvian and Russian heritage during a period of significant political and social transformations in the early 19th century.

The arch resides at coordinates 56.9626 latitude and 24.0994 longitude, accessible through the public paths of Viestura Garden in the Northern District.

Architect Johannes Daniel Gottfriedt designed this national monument that underwent two major relocations, first in 1904 and then in 1936.

Location: Northern District

Inception: 1812

Architects: Johannes Daniel Gottfriedt

Architectural style: classicism

GPS coordinates: 56.96260,24.09940

Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:58