Nestled along the banks of the Daugava River, the city of Jekabpils was established in the 17th century and is therefore an interesting city for all history and architecture enthusiasts. One of the oldest buildings you can visit is the Krustpils Castle, which was first documented in 1217 and is Latvia’s oldest medieval castle. Today the castle is home to the Jekabpils History Museum – you can tour at your own pace using an English audio guide. After touring the castle you can visit the Seliite Garden, which is an open-air part of the history museum that showcases old farm buildings set in a pleasant garden. There are several old churches in various architectural styles and many historic buildings to be admired. Most of the attractions can easily be accessed on foot.

Aluksne Bauska Cesis Courland Daugavpils Dobele Gauja National Park Jekabpils Jelgava Jurmala Kemeri National Park Koknese Kuldiga Lauma Nature Park Liepaja Ligatne Rezekne Riga Salaspils Sigulda Slitere National Park Tervete Nature Park Tukums Valmiera Ventspils

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