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Featuring 13C castle ruins, Rezekne is also home to lovely museums, stunning churches, a synagogue, and inviting lakes.

Rezekne is a city in the Latgalia region of eastern Latvia in Rezekne River valley, also known by the nickname The Heart of Latgalia. Built on seven hills, it is located at the intersection of the Moscow – Riga and Warsaw – Saint Petersburg Railways, and is the 7th largest city in Latvia. A Latgalian hill fort is known to have existed at Rezekne from the 9th to the 13th centuries, until its destruction at the hands of German crusaders of the Livonian Order. In 1285, the knights built a stone fortress on the site, which is today known as Rezekne castle ruins. Other attractions include Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral and the great historic center.

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Rezekne, Latvia

Latgales iela (1) by Hans Birger Nilsen

Featuring 13C castle ruins, Rezekne is also home to lovely museums, stunning churches, a synagogue, and inviting lakes.
Castle Ruins, Rezekne

Rezeknės pilies griuvesiai by Marijus Medišauskas

Set on the site of a 9C fortress, these ruins date as far back as the 13C. A walk up the hill is rewarded with stunning views.
Historic Center, Rezekne

V.Dombrovskis apmeklē Latgales vēstniecību GORS by Valsts kanceleja/ State Chancellery

Enjoy discovering the architecture, museums, and landmarks hidden around every corner of the historic center.
Kovsu Lake, Rezekne

IMG_20130812_172250 by Karlong Chan

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the banks of this beautiful lake, where regardless of the weather the view is amazing.
Latgale Culture and History Museum, Rezekne

Brīvdabas muzejs by Kārlis Dambrāns

An excellent museum housing several exhibits of art, sculptures, and handicraft, as well as educational activities and a library.
Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Rezekne

Cathedral Church of St Michael & St George, Aldershot by Fotorus

Built in 1901, this peaceful cathedral features stained glass, wooden altars, and notable sculptures.
Green Synagogue, Rezekne

Wimpel (Torah Binder) [67.1.21.79_02] by The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life

A 19C synagogue boasting wooden architecture now rare in Eastern Europe, and honoring the once thriving local Jewish community.

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V.Dombrovskis apmeklē Latgales vēstniecību GORS by Valsts kanceleja/ State Chancellery

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IMG_20130812_172250 by Karlong Chan

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Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Rezekne

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