THE SOUL OF RIGA
Castle and Spires — Riga Panorama
History and Facts
Riga Castle, originally founded around 1330, has been reconstructed and expanded many times through the centuries. Today it serves as the official residence of the President of Latvia and remains one of Old Riga’s oldest fortification complexes. Behind it rise the church spires of Old Riga, forming one of the city’s most iconic skylines.

Interesting Fact
The White Tower of Riga Castle has been rebuilt several times yet retains its historic outline. Riga’s church spires long served as visual landmarks for ships and travelers along the Daugava.

Author’s Note
This view feels like Riga’s face — the castle as a symbol of power and the church spires as symbols of spirit. In infrared, the scene becomes calm and timeless.

Jānis Kaugurs 2017. SIA CAPTURE DESIGN

Rediscover Riga with the exclusive “SOUL OF RIGA” collection – black-and-white artistic puzzles and playing cards created in infrared technique, capturing the city’s atmosphere, architecture, and unique spirit.

SIA BLACK BIRD, JŪSU DRUKA presents: Soul of Riga – Puzzles and Cards

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