Visit Pierīga Region
Pieriga is the easternmost region in Latvia. It is bordered by Estonia to the north and Russia to the east, making it a cultural melting pot. The landscape in Pieriga spans from forests, rolling hills, rivers and lakes to urban centres such as Riga, Jelgava and Valmiera. This region of Latvia is best known for its rich history, charming towns and stunning nature.
Two popular tourist attractions are Turaida Castle Museum, a medieval fortress dating back to 1214 with many ruins still intact today; and Gauja National Park which has been designated an UNESCO Biosphere Reserve due to its abundance of biodiversity.
An interesting historical fact about Pieriga is that it was home to one of the first Latvian schools in 1773, established by Barons Johann Georg von Tiesenhausen. This school educated more than 10 thousand students until 1941 when it was shut down during World War II
Two popular tourist attractions are Turaida Castle Museum, a medieval fortress dating back to 1214 with many ruins still intact today; and Gauja National Park which has been designated an UNESCO Biosphere Reserve due to its abundance of biodiversity.
An interesting historical fact about Pieriga is that it was home to one of the first Latvian schools in 1773, established by Barons Johann Georg von Tiesenhausen. This school educated more than 10 thousand students until 1941 when it was shut down during World War II
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