2 Best Sights in Latvia

In the Dome Square, the nerve center of the Old Town, the stately 1211 cathedral dominates. Reconstructed over the years with Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau elements, this place of worship is astounding as much for its architecture as for its size. The massive 6,768-pipe organ is among the largest in Europe, and it is played nearly every day. Check at the cathedral or its website for schedules and tickets.

The impressive St. Peter's Church originally dates from 1209 and had a long history of annihilation and conflagration, before being destroyed most recently in 1941. It was systematically rebuilt after World War II and now has an observation deck on the 400-foot spire, which gives a beautiful 360-degree view of the city, the river, and its surroundings. There is also a new art exhibit on display every month.