St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church

Riga, Latvia

Construction of this Classicist wooden building began in 1820 and was completed five years later. In 1862 its eclectic-style belfry was added. Yellow and round with a large green dome, it’s hard to miss it on the corner of Brīvības and Blaumaņa. Inside you’ll find three porticoes, beautiful icons and, unusually, a central altar in the middle of the room.

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Address

Brīvības iela 56, Riga, Latvia

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Details

Founded: 1820-1825
Category: Religious sites in Latvia
Historical period: Part of the Russian Empire (Latvia)

More Information

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Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Nikos Gkekas (3 years ago)
Beatiful church from the outside. I didn't enter as it was late, but the views with lights are nice.

danilo koulits (3 years ago)
Big Russian Orthodox temple in the centre of old town. Interesting paying a visit

Oksana Vinkarklina (6 years ago)
Nice church, beggars sitting outside

Ignas Skudrickas (7 years ago)
Beautiful small church

Jonas (7 years ago)
Very nice churche with a unique architectural style. Not the most interesting church in Riga but if you're near it and have time to burn, it's definitely worth checking out.

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