General Information 
Things to see in Riga 
Dome Square (Doma laukums) Livu Square (Līvu laukums) Town Hall Square (Rātslaukums) Albert Square (the hidden square...) Big Christopher 
Andrejsala 
Daugava River Bremen Musicians Swedish Gate House of Blackheads Latvian Parliament Powder Tower Latvian Academy of Sciences AB Dambis Laima Clock Freedom Monument Pedestrian Tunnel Wedding Padlocks Bridge Old oak tree First Christmas Tree Fountain Nymph Magpie on the roof Dannenstern's House Old Livi God Wall Street in Riga 
Riga Zoo Three Brothers
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Latvian Beer 
Latvian Food 
Latvian Sports 
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Outside of Riga 
Religion Structures 
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Shops 
Sightseeing 
Theaters and Concert Halls 
Transportation 
Frequently Asked Questions How to get from the Riga airport to the city center? Is it safe in Riga? What are kids-oriented activities available in Riga and Latvia? How to get from Riga to Jurmala? How far from the city centre the ferry terminal is located? Is smoking prohibited in Riga restaurants and bars? Are there is a Christmas markets in Riga and when they start? Is there a hop on hop off sightseeing bus in Riga? Is 1 day enough to see Riga? Is Old Town of Riga a car free zone? Are there parks in Riga?
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Riga People 
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Powder Tower |
The old Powder Tower was used in the past to store gunpowder (and therefore it's name).
Today this is the only tower that is left from the towers that surrounded the Old Town (all the other towers were destroyed).
The Powder Tower is located near the Latvian Parliament.
One of our goals in playriga.com is to show the REAL and INTERESTING things in Riga and allow you to experience them for yourself.
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