Freedom Monument

Freedom Monument is one of the Best Places To Visit In Riga. For almost a century, the Independence Monument has served as Riga's main landmark. This granite and copper sculpture, which stands 42.7 meters tall, represents the aspirations of the Latvian people for freedom and independence. On the base is written the phrase "For the Fatherland and Freedom." It was totally supported by contributions from the public and unveiled on November 18th, 1935. The focal point of the city's official remembrance rituals continues to be this monument.

The large-scale sculptures, which are positioned on several levels and reflect major moments and figures in Latvian history, are part of the Freedom Monument, an architectural expression of the concept of freedom. 13 groups of reliefs depicting national heroes, allegories, images of Latvian culture, and significant events in the history of the country, such as the Russian Revolution of 1905 and the War of Independence, may be found as you approach the base. On four levels, 56 sculptures are organized in thirteen groups.

The marble obelisk's top is capped by a copper-hewed woman. Three golden stars that she is holding up stand for the harmony of Latvia's historical regions. Any gathering at the Freedom Monument was rigorously prohibited when it was under Soviet rule. But, after the Reawakening, people flocked to this location to commemorate the founding of the Republic of Latvia, the War of Independence, the occupation, and the repression. The honor guard was once more stationed at the base of the monument after Latvia's independence was reestablished in 1991.

Address: Brivibas Laukums Central District, Riga 1050 Latvia
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Opening hours: all day
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Website: https://www.liveriga.com/en/visit/what-to-see/top-sights/freedom-monument