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A castle in Riga with a magical world

1. Riga - the beating heart of the Baltic Sea, don't miss it! The amber-filtered pointed castle, the black cat's fur-ruffled roof, the pink presidential palace, every frame looks like a magical world! [Route] 2. Pulvertornis Powder Tower Cat House There is a cute kitten on the top of the tower. It is said that it originated from a business war Swedish Gate Zviedru v a rti St. James Cathedral Rīgas sveta Jēkaba ​​katedrāle Stunning Gothic spire Three Brothers House Tris Braļi Riga traditional houses, 3. Famous check-in spots, three lovely little houses Riga Castle is now the presidential palace Riga Cathedral Rīgas Doms was built in the Middle Ages, a church that combines Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque architectural styles, the originator of the mixed style! 4. The Palace of the Blackheads Melngalvju nams The most magnificent palace in Riga St. Peter's Church Rīgas Sveta Pētera baznīca The church has a 123-meter-high spire. You must climb to the top to overlook the whole city. 10 Freedom Monument Along the streets in the center of Riga's old town, you can walk all the way to the Freedom Monument. The buildings on both sides are very beautiful. 5. The Cathedral of the Nativity Orthodox-style building Alberta Street Alberta iela Art Nouveau architecture show 6. Transportation: You can take bus No. 22 from the airport to the old town. After exiting the airport, follow the "City Bus" signs and you will find it. It is recommended to buy tickets online, which only costs 1.5 euros; if you swipe your credit card on the bus, it will cost about 0.3 euros more. Although Riga is deserted in winter, it is this quietness that makes it so special. If you like traveling with fewer people and a slower pace, this is definitely worth a visit.
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