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Art Nouveau Buildings Designed by Architect Mikhail Eisenstein
Art Nouveau architecture in Riga makes up roughly one third of all buildings in the centre of Riga, making the Latvian capital the city with the highest concentration of Art Nouveau architecture anywhere in the world
Art Nouveau Buildings Designed by Architect Mikhail Eisenstein
Art Nouveau architecture in Riga makes up roughly one third of all buildings in the centre of Riga, making the Latvian capital the city with the highest concentration of Art Nouveau architecture anywhere in the world
Art Nouveau Buildings Designed by Architect Mikhail Eisenstein
Art Nouveau architecture in Riga makes up roughly one third of all buildings in the centre of Riga, making the Latvian capital the city with the highest concentration of Art Nouveau architecture anywhere in the world
Elevated View of the Old Town of Riga
St. Peter’s church, the Bell-tower of the Evangelical Lutheran Cathedral from the Latvian Academy of Science Building
Elevated View of the Old Town of Riga
St. Peter’s church, the Bell-tower of the Evangelical Lutheran Cathedral and the Shroud (Vansu) Bridge from the Latvian Academy of Science Building
Elevated View of the Old Town of Riga
St. Peter’s church, the Bell-tower of the Evangelical Lutheran Cathedral and the Shroud (Vansu) Bridge from the Latvian Academy of Science Building
Elevated View of the National Library of Latvia
National Library of Latvia and Akmens Bridge over the Daugava River from the Latvian Academy of Science Building
Central Old Town Near St Peter’s and St John’s Church
Riga was founded in 1201 and is a former Hanseatic League member. Riga's historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, noted for its Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture and 19th century wooden architecture.
Dome Cathedral, St Saviour's and St. Peter’s Churches, at Sunset
Riga was founded in 1201 and is a former Hanseatic League member. Riga's historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, noted for its Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture and 19th century wooden architecture.
Riga Castle from the Vansu Bridge
Riga was founded in 1201 and is a former Hanseatic League member. Riga's historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, noted for its Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture and 19th century wooden architecture.
Ammende Villa
Ammende Villa is a mansion house and a cultural heritage monument located in Pärnu, Estonia. It is one of the most impressive early examples of Art Nouveau architecture in the country
Ammende Villa
Ammende Villa is a mansion house and a cultural heritage monument located in Pärnu, Estonia. It is one of the most impressive early examples of Art Nouveau architecture in the country
Hill of Three Crosses
Three Crosses stand on the Hill of Three Crosses, formerly known as Kreivasis (Kreivoji Castle stood there, which was destroyed in 1390.). Erecting crosses on a hill is a centuries-old tradition. According to a legend, pagans killed 7 Franciscan missionaries here in the 14th century. They were buried in that place, and a small chapel was built there. Wooden crosses can be seen in the 17th century drawings of the city. Cement crosses were elected in 1916, which were blown up by the Soviets in 1951. Crosses were re-erected there in 1989. This photo was taken by a telephoto lens from Upper Castle ground, which is an opposite hill across Vilnia River.
Hill of Three Crosses
Three Crosses stand on the Hill of Three Crosses, formerly known as Kreivasis (Kreivoji Castle stood there, which was destroyed in 1390.). Erecting crosses on a hill is a centuries-old tradition. According to a legend, pagans killed 7 Franciscan missionaries here in the 14th century. They were buried in that place, and a small chapel was built there. Wooden crosses can be seen in the 17th century drawings of the city. Cement crosses were elected in 1916, which were blown up by the Soviets in 1951. Crosses were re-erected there in 1989. This photo was taken by a telephoto lens from Upper Castle ground, which is an opposite hill across Vilnia River.
Multiple Translations of the Constitution Hang in Paupio St
he self-proclaimed “Republic” of Užupis is Vilnius’ Bohemian and artistic district. It has its own anthem, constitution, president, bishop, two churches, the Bernadine Cemetery – one of the oldest in the city -, seven bridges, and its own guardian called The Bronze Angel of Užupis, who was put in the centre of the district in 2002...Dating back to the 16th century, Užupis is one of Vilnius’ oldest districts and despite its current prestigious status, was formerly the city’s poorest area and home to a number of manual workers and a red light-district...During the Soviet era, the authorities let Užupis go to ruin, and it quickly gained notoriety as the roughest districts in the city. Since Lithuania regained its independence in 1991, artists came and took advantage of the cheap accommodation, and moreover, the city’s art academy is located across the bridge from Bernadinų Gardens. Now its thriving creative community hosts regular fashion festivals, concerts, exhibitions and poetry evenings...In Lithuanian, Užupis means ‘behind the river’ and this is proclaimed in a number of languages on its entrance sign. The Vilnelė is the district’s river, and is home to Lithuania’s only mermaid – she’s not real, don’t worry! But she lives on the embankment, and those who give in to her charms will remain in Užupis forever.
Statue of the Uzupis Angel
he self-proclaimed “Republic” of Užupis is Vilnius’ Bohemian and artistic district. It has its own anthem, constitution, president, bishop, two churches, the Bernadine Cemetery – one of the oldest in the city -, seven bridges, and its own guardian called The Bronze Angel of Užupis, who was put in the centre of the district in 2002...Dating back to the 16th century, Užupis is one of Vilnius’ oldest districts and despite its current prestigious status, was formerly the city’s poorest area and home to a number of manual workers and a red light-district...During the Soviet era, the authorities let Užupis go to ruin, and it quickly gained notoriety as the roughest districts in the city. Since Lithuania regained its independence in 1991, artists came and took advantage of the cheap accommodation, and moreover, the city’s art academy is located across the bridge from Bernadinų Gardens. Now its thriving creative community hosts regular fashion festivals, concerts, exhibitions and poetry evenings...In Lithuanian, Užupis means ‘behind the river’ and this is proclaimed in a number of languages on its entrance sign. The Vilnelė is the district’s river, and is home to Lithuania’s only mermaid – she’s not real, don’t worry! But she lives on the embankment, and those who give in to her charms will remain in Užupis forever.
Building in the Uzupis Neighborhood of Vilnius
he self-proclaimed “Republic” of Užupis is Vilnius’ Bohemian and artistic district. It has its own anthem, constitution, president, bishop, two churches, the Bernadine Cemetery – one of the oldest in the city -, seven bridges, and its own guardian called The Bronze Angel of Užupis, who was put in the centre of the district in 2002...Dating back to the 16th century, Užupis is one of Vilnius’ oldest districts and despite its current prestigious status, was formerly the city’s poorest area and home to a number of manual workers and a red light-district...During the Soviet era, the authorities let Užupis go to ruin, and it quickly gained notoriety as the roughest districts in the city. Since Lithuania regained its independence in 1991, artists came and took advantage of the cheap accommodation, and moreover, the city’s art academy is located across the bridge from Bernadinų Gardens. Now its thriving creative community hosts regular fashion festivals, concerts, exhibitions and poetry evenings...In Lithuanian, Užupis means ‘behind the river’ and this is proclaimed in a number of languages on its entrance sign. The Vilnelė is the district’s river, and is home to Lithuania’s only mermaid – she’s not real, don’t worry! But she lives on the embankment, and those who give in to her charms will remain in Užupis forever.
Elevated View of Modern Vilnius and the River Nemunas
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Elevated View of St. Ann and St. Bernardine Churches During an Electric Storm
View from the Church Tower of St Peter’s
Some of the many Thousands of Crosses at the Hill of Crosses
One of Lithuania's most awe-inspiring sights is the legendary Hill of Crosses. Planted here since at least the 19th century and probably much older, the crosses were bulldozed by the Soviets, but each night people crept past soldiers and barbed wire to plant more, risking their lives or freedom to express their national and spiritual fervour.