National Library of Latvia, National library in Riga, Latvia
The National Library of Latvia stands as a white glass and stone structure near the Daugava River, featuring 13 floors of reading spaces and collections.
The institution began operations in 1919 after Latvia gained independence, with Janis Misins serving as its first director and establishing Latvian scientific bibliography.
The library maintains the Cabinet of Folksongs collection, which contains traditional Latvian folk songs recognized in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register.
The facility opens Monday through Saturday with varying hours, providing access to over 4 million publications, research materials, and digital resources.
The building, known as the Castle of Light, incorporates a pyramid design that reflects sunlight across the Daugava River during different times of day.
Location: Riga
Inception: August 29, 1919
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Website: http://www.lnb.lv/
Address: Mūkusalas iela 3, Rīga, LV-1048
Website: http://lnb.lv
GPS coordinates: 56.94134,24.09664
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08
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