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About SIGULDA
Sigulda – Experience the Beauty of another Switzerland
Sigulda is an important tourist destination in the form of a town located in the Vidzeme region of Latvia. Popularly known as the Switzerland of Vidzeme, the town is well-known for offering abundant of picturesque sites to the tourists. Castles, parks and variety of adventurous sports venues make Sigulda an admirable tourist spot of the region.
History:
It was way back in 2000 BC that Sigulda and the surrounding region was inhabited by Finno-Ugric Liv tribes. These tribes remained powerful in the region till the 12th century AD and were responsible for constructing the most popular castles in the city. The German crusaders constantly attacked the region in the beginning of the 13th century. The Russian forces attacked the region twice in the 16th century. The whole region of Vidzeme, including Sigulda was captured by Poland. During World War I and II, the city experienced huge damage. It was after 1950s that Sigulda started flourishing as an important economic as well as tourist destination.
Popular Places:
Sigulda is known for its castles and you can’t miss the opportunity to explore some of the world class castles in the city. Turaida Castle and Sigulda New castle offer visual treat to the tourists. The Sigulda Medieval Castle Ruins is another interesting site to visit. Similarly, Krimulda Palace and Ruins is another tourists spot worth a visit.
Birini Palace is a beautiful building and is well-known for its architecture and the surrounding garden. You can also watch the stone sculptures available at the Folk Song Hill. Gauja National Park is an exciting tourist venue with long walking trails and camping sites. Gutmanis Cave is another site, known for its health enhancing water flowing in the form of a creek. Some other popular places in the city are Turaida Church and museum remains.
Getting Around:
Being a small town, Sigulda can be easily explored on foot. In fact, it is one of the main activities in the town to have a walking tour of the place, a good guide is to put on some comfy shoes on and enjoy a stroll round the city.
Places of Entertainment:
Sigulda is also known as the winter capital of Latvia, because of the adventure sport opportunities offered by the place during winters. Hiking and skiing resorts are available in huge number in the town. Bobsled and toboggan rides are other entertainment activities in the city. One can also take part in the canoeing trip offered by the national park. One can enjoy a wonderful ride in the cable car and also consider walking on the wooded trails. There is no dearth of music clubs, shopping places and eateries.
Accommodation Options:
Bed & breakfast, inns, youth hostels, budget hotels, guesthouse, lodgings and apartments are the convenient accommodation options in the Sigulda.
Currency:
Latvian Lat (LVL) is the currency used in Sigulda, be sure to check the internet and news for the latest exchange rates.
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Sigulda is an important tourist destination in the form of a town located in the Vidzeme region of Latvia. Popularly known as the Switzerland of Vidzeme, the town is well-known for offering abundant of picturesque sites to the tourists. Castles, parks and variety of adventurous sports venues make Sigulda an admirable tourist spot of the region.
History:
It was way back in 2000 BC that Sigulda and the surrounding region was inhabited by Finno-Ugric Liv tribes. These tribes remained powerful in the region till the 12th century AD and were responsible for constructing the most popular castles in the city. The German crusaders constantly attacked the region in the beginning of the 13th century. The Russian forces attacked the region twice in the 16th century. The whole region of Vidzeme, including Sigulda was captured by Poland. During World War I and II, the city experienced huge damage. It was after 1950s that Sigulda started flourishing as an important economic as well as tourist destination.
Popular Places:
Sigulda is known for its castles and you can’t miss the opportunity to explore some of the world class castles in the city. Turaida Castle and Sigulda New castle offer visual treat to the tourists. The Sigulda Medieval Castle Ruins is another interesting site to visit. Similarly, Krimulda Palace and Ruins is another tourists spot worth a visit.
Birini Palace is a beautiful building and is well-known for its architecture and the surrounding garden. You can also watch the stone sculptures available at the Folk Song Hill. Gauja National Park is an exciting tourist venue with long walking trails and camping sites. Gutmanis Cave is another site, known for its health enhancing water flowing in the form of a creek. Some other popular places in the city are Turaida Church and museum remains.
Getting Around:
Being a small town, Sigulda can be easily explored on foot. In fact, it is one of the main activities in the town to have a walking tour of the place, a good guide is to put on some comfy shoes on and enjoy a stroll round the city.
Places of Entertainment:
Sigulda is also known as the winter capital of Latvia, because of the adventure sport opportunities offered by the place during winters. Hiking and skiing resorts are available in huge number in the town. Bobsled and toboggan rides are other entertainment activities in the city. One can also take part in the canoeing trip offered by the national park. One can enjoy a wonderful ride in the cable car and also consider walking on the wooded trails. There is no dearth of music clubs, shopping places and eateries.
Accommodation Options:
Bed & breakfast, inns, youth hostels, budget hotels, guesthouse, lodgings and apartments are the convenient accommodation options in the Sigulda.
Currency:
Latvian Lat (LVL) is the currency used in Sigulda, be sure to check the internet and news for the latest exchange rates.
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