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Tour

Riga Soviet Walking Tour

  • 2 Stunden
  • 8Sehr gut | 22 Bewertungen

Explore the somber past of Riga, the Latvian capital, on our Soviet walking tour. Uncover the realities of life in this city during the turbulent era of the Second World War.

Description

At the designated time, we'll meet up and set off on our Soviet tour of Riga. Explore the city's darkest moments in history as we walk through its streets.

As we stroll along the city's streets, we'll admire the iconic Academy of Sciences, known as Stalin's birthday cake. Discover the story behind this nickname.

Inside the Museum of the Occupation of Latvia, we'll delve into the conflict between Germans and Russians that turned Riga into a battleground during World War II. Learn the details of this period.

We'll also pay tribute to the Latvian Fusiliers with a visit to the monument in Laukums Square, commemorating their role in the First World War and the controversies surrounding this sculpture.

Throughout the tour, we'll pass by significant landmarks, such as the Monument to the Deportation, the Cathedral of the Nativity of Riga, the Parliament building, and the Memorial of the Barricades.

After 2 hours, we'll conclude the tour in the city center.

Important

Please note, the order of the itinerary may change, however all sites mentioned will be visited.

Inklusive

  • English–speaking guide

Tipps

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Standort

Aktivitätsort

Rātslaukums 7, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia

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