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Central Riga - Downtown City Centre - Old Town - Latvia :

Riga City Centre -- HISTORIC CENTRE OF RIGA (HCR) is a World Heritage Site 852, inscribed in UNESCO’s World Heritage List on 4 December 1997. World Culture and Nature Heritage Commission has recognised the unique universal value of Riga Historic Centre, its medieval and later urban fabric, which consists of numerous high quality medieval and Art Noveau architecture, unparalleled 19th century wooden buildings. HCR occupies an area of 435 hectares or 1.4% of urban territory, encompassing the total of 4’000 buildings.

Riga is mostly known for being the capital of Art Nouveau architecture. In Riga, more than one-third of the buildings in the city centre are Art Nouveau in style - no other city in Europe comes close.This style dominated in Riga at the end of the 19th century and at the beginning of the 20th century for a short time and it left behind extraordinary colorful architectural examples.

Riga Old Town -- Originally constructed by Germans, the Old Town now attracts visitors from all over the world with its stunning architectural monuments These attractions include Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gates, Riga Castle, the Powder Tower, and more.

Riga's Old Town (Vecriga in Latvian) has a bit for everyone hiding within its Kafkaesque medieval streets; whether you're in the city to absorb culture like a sophisticated sponge or to drink it up ala Bukowski, you'll find everything you need within the confines of the Old Town of Riga. The best place to start would be the Town Hall Square (Ratslaukums) at the end of Kalku Street. The Museum of Occupations, the rebuilt Town Hall, and the stunning House of Blackheads, also rebuilt after the Second World War, surround the square as St. Roland's doppelganger watches the crowds of tourists take their pictures in front (the original statue of Riga's patron saint was damaged in the war and deemed too precious to remain out in the open).

To really orient yourself in the city, a trip up the tower of St. Peter's guarantees a spectacular view (though we recommend going on a clear day to see the entirety of the city on both banks). From there it's a short walk to the Dome Cathedral and the square which surrounds it, full of some of the best cafes and restaurants in the city, with plenty of outdoor seating in the summer. Further left lie the historic Swedish Gate and remains of Riga's original city wall, as well as impressive medieval architecture among the Old Town's cobbled streets. On the bank of the Daugava River, close to the Powder Tower and Museum of War, stands the re-built Riga Castle, or more informally, the President of Latvia's crib.
Heading towards the Central District from the Old Town, one will likely pass the always-busy Liv Square (Livu laukums). In the winter, one can locate the Liv Square by following the major chords of cheesy pop music coming from the ice skating rink in the middle of the square. The rink attracts children and adults alike, foreigners as well as plenty of locals who know to bring their own skates, some of whom like to pretend to be Olympic contenders. Even closer to the Central District and bordering the Bastejkains Park is the beautifully restored Riga Opera House. Now, it's time to let the Freedom Monument guide you to see the charms of the Central District!

Time zone -- GMT + 2. (GMT + 3 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October.)

Currency -- The Latvian Lat (LVL) is the official currency of Latvia. Latvian Lat (LVL) = 100 santims. Notes are in denominations of LVL500, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of LVL2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 santims.

Language -- Latvian is the official language. It is an Indo-European, non-Slavic and non-Germanic language and is similar only to Lithuanian. Russian is the mother tongue of over 30 per cent of the population and is understood by most people. English and German may also be understood.

Electricity -- 220 volts AC, 50Hz. European-style two-pin plugs are in use.

Air Connections -- Riga has one airport, Riga International Airport, that serves commercial airlines.

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3 Popular Hotels in Central Riga in the old downtown historical city center in Latvia :

Nordic Hotel Bellevue - ( Hotel located in the City Centre in Riga nr Old Town )

Freshly opened in April 2008, this hotel is located in the centre of Riga, close to the Old City, the Opera House, shopping centres and the picturesque park with the Riga Channel.

Avalon - ( Hotel near the Old Town City Centre in Central Riga Latvia )

Riga–travelers choice of the year Avalon Hotel – which welcomes guests to enjoy New life in the Old Town-Middle Ages charm and elegancy of the city combined with modernism and comfort.

Grand Palace Hotel - ( Hotel in the Old Town area of the City Centre Riga )

Latvia's leading hotel is located in the cobble-stoned 15th century Old Town of Riga, surrounded by ancient monuments, adjacent to the Dome square, Riga’s Palace and central to most government offices...

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