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St. James's Cathedral

Riga, Latvia

St. James's Cathedral, Riga
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It is a Roman Catholic cathedral built in the 13th century, serving as the main temple of the Archdiocese of Riga, unlike the Lutheran Riga Dome.

Svētā Jēkaba katedrāle is a Roman Catholic cathedral, originally built in the 13th century in the Gothic style. It is the main church of the Archdiocese of Riga. It is characterized by a soaring spire and a simple but majestic interior. Over the centuries, it has served various denominations. In 1993, Pope John Paul II visited the cathedral.

How long does it take to visit St. James's Cathedral?

Plan about 45 min.

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