St. Peter's church, Riga, Latvia - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

One of the oldest Lutheran churches in the Baltic States, construction of which began in the 13th century. The tower offers viewing platforms, from which you can get a bird’s eye view over the roofs of the Old City, the center of Riga, and the Daugava River.
First mention of St. Peter's church was made in the year 1209. The church is one of the best examples of Gothic architecture in the Baltics, meant to be the main church of the town. The church tower seemed to be jinxed, it was burned down and rebuilt many times trough the centuries. It first collapsed in 1666 and the last destruction it suffered was on St. Peter's Day in 1941. In 1973 the tower was restored for the last time. From the observation platform of the tower you can enjoy a wonderful eagle's-eye view of Riga.
St Peter's Church has been built in the style typical of countries in the Baltic region, and this will be obvious upon first seeing its red bricks. A wooden church originally stood on the site, which was replaced by the current one in 1408. A lift takes visitors up to the top of the steel spire, which replaced a wooden one that was destroyed by German shelling during World War II. At the time, it was the highest church spire in Europe. The lift goes to an observation gallery, which offers fantastic views of Riga. Inside the church there is also an interesting photo exhibition.

Location: Skarnu 19
Opening hours: Tues-Sun 10:00-17:15.
Admission: Free to visit the church, 2Ls for the tower, photo exhibition 0.50L. 1 LS is aproximetly 2 $

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 12/12/1209 Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Luteranic If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 10:17 AM To: 5:10 PM If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Monday Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 12:00 AM Street address of Church: Skārņu iela 19 Riga, Riga Latvia LV-1050 Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

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