Church of Jesus

The Church of Jesus features classical architectural elements with symmetrical shapes and stands as a wooden religious structure in eastern Riga.

Architect Christian Friedrich Breitkreutz designed this church, which opened its doors in 1818 as one of Latvia's largest wooden classical buildings.

The church reflects Lutheran traditions within Latvia's religious landscape, serving multiple generations of worshippers in the historically diverse Latgale neighborhood.

Located at coordinates 56.941556, 24.123611, the Church of Jesus connects to Riga's center through regular tram and bus services.

This National architectural monument represents one of the most substantial wooden classical structures in Latvia, highlighting regional timber construction methods.

Location: Latgale Suburb

Inception: 1818

Architects: Christian Friedrich Breitkreutz

Architectural style: classicism

Address: Elijas iela 18

Website: http://jezusdraudze.lv/dievnams

GPS coordinates: 56.94156,24.12361

Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:25