Riga Town Hall Square

Since the early 1200s, when Riga as a city was created, Riga Town Hall Square has played an important role in the city's history. The council met in this location to discuss significant issues about city management. The Riga City Council, The House of Blackheads, Riga Technical University, walk-in Riga Information office, Museum of Occupation of Latvia, and a number of cozy eateries and coffee shops are now located on the Town Hall plaza. It is astounding to consider that the Town Hall and House of the Blackheads, which can be seen from the Town Hall Square in Riga, are only a few decades old. The plaza is magnificent and the rebuilding is flawless. It is suited for a capital.

The "Statue of Saint. Roland"—a representation of the medieval French abbot who served as Riga Town Hall Square's patron from 1897 until his statue was constructed—can be found in full armour in the center of the square. Roland was a prominent military figure in the Franks and Charlemagne's nephew. He gradually rose to become the representation of justice in Northern Germany since the territory he had captured was administered strictly but justly. Roland sculptures are now seen in many towns.

However, the black building that houses the "Museum of Occupation of Latvia," which was a "Museum of Red Latvian Riflemen" until 1991 and promoted entirely different values, is obviously not a part of the original historic architecture ensemble. The square was heavily bombed during World War II and has since been rebuilt almost to its original appearance. In order to commemorate Lenin's 100th birthday, Riga Town Hall Square was constructed in 1971. It can be seen as one of the Best Places To Visit In Riga.

Address: Kaļķu iela Riga 1050
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