Christ the King Church, Riga

The Christ the King Church features clean geometric lines and brick construction, reflecting the principles of functionalist architecture in religious buildings.

The church emerged during World War II in 1942, marking a period when religious structures continued to rise despite the challenges of wartime.

The Catholic congregation maintains regular worship services in this church, representing religious persistence through Latvia's complex political changes.

Located at coordinates 56.9962 N and 24.1372 E, the church provides religious services and community gatherings for residents of northern Riga.

Architect Indriķis Blankenburgs designed this structure using minimal ornamentation, departing from traditional church architecture prevalent in Riga.

Location: Riga

Location: Meža Prospect

Inception: 1942

Architects: Indriķis Blankenburgs

Architectural style: functionalism

Made from material: brick

Website: http://karalis.lv

GPS coordinates: 56.99620,24.13720

Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:23