Riga︱Riga Cathedral

Riga Cathedral

In the Middle Ages, religion could be said to be the focus of people's lives. Priests were with high status and the Church was so powerful that it could oppose to the royal family. In Riga, a medieval city, there are three major cathedrals, namely Riga Cathedral of the Evangelical Lutheran, St. James's Cathedral of the Roman Catholic and the Nativity Cathedral of Orthodox. Among them, the Protestant Riga Cathedral is the most historical and has been guarding Riga since the Middle Ages. 

The bell tower of Riga Cathedral is the most significant feature of it. It is one of the most recognisable landmarks in Riga. The cathedral is not as resplendently splendid as Orthodox cathedrals and does not have magnificent wall paintings like Catholic cathedrals.It only features an extensive white dome and stained glass. Yet, the simplicity strengthens the sense of solemnity and tranquility in Riga Cathedral. The most beautiful treasure of the cathedral is the century-old organ. Sitting on the bench while listening to the melodious sound of the organ and singing of the children’s choir, you will have peace of mind and understand how religiously passionate the medieval people were.