Rucka manor, Manor house in Cēsis, Latvia
Rucka manor is a building complex with a main structure and surrounding park grounds in Cēsis. The site contains multiple structures and green spaces that form a cohesive place to explore.
The manor was built starting in 1701 and is part of the Baltic manor house tradition from that era. During World War I, the building served as a medical facility for the Russian Empire military.
The manor displays traditional Baltic architectural styles visible in its design and structure. Visitors can see these characteristic building methods reflected in the details of the building and its setting today.
The site is best explored on foot, with paths through the park grounds that invite walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended, especially if you wish to see the full extent of the grounds.
After closing as a tuberculosis hospital in 2005, the grounds became a venue for international art events and architectural summer schools. This unexpected artistic use has given the historic site contemporary significance.
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