Cathedral of Saint James in Riga
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The Cathedral of St. James, despite its compact size, is considered the main Catholic church in all of Latvia. After numerous renovations and reconstructions, the church has acquired its final appearance, becoming a true example of brick Gothic architecture.
Today, the Cathedral of St. James is a basilica, consisting of three naves with a "rectangular" altar. The pulpit, made of expensive red wood with floral patterns and arabesques, deserves special attention. Also noteworthy is the large number of stained-glass windows, which extensively use the theme of grapevines. The Cathedral of St. James can be found in the Central District of the capital on Ekaba Street, identifiable by its tall spire with a brass rooster weathervane.
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- What is the address of Cathedral of Saint James?Cathedral of Saint James is located at Jēkaba iela, 9, 1050, Riga, Latvia.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Tram stop Nacionālais teātris (272 m walk)
- Bus stop Brīvības bulvāris (539 m walk)
- How is Cathedral of Saint James rated by visitors?Cathedral of Saint James has an average rating of 4.7 based on 477 reviews across platforms such as Google.
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