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Jelgava Palace

Jelgava Palace (Latvian: Jelgavas pils) or historically Mitau Palace (Latvian: Mītavas pils, German: Schloss Mitau) is the largest Baroque-style palace in the Baltic states, located in Jelgava, Latvia. It was built in the 18th century based on the design of Bartolomeo Rastrelli as a residence for the Dukes of Courland in their capital.

Holy Trinity Church Tower

Liepāja Holy Trinity Lutheran Cathedral (Latvian: Liepājas Svētās Trīsvienības katedrāle) is a historical Lutheran cathedral in Liepāja, Latvia. It is the seat of the Bishop of Liepāja, and principal church of the Diocese of Liepāja.

Latvian Railway History Museum

Latvian Railway History Museum (Latvian: Latvijas dzelzceļa vēstures muzejs) is a railway museum with expositions in Riga and in Jelgava, dedicated to the history of railway and its development in Latvia . The museum is a structural unit of the national railroad company, "Latvijas dzelzceļš".

Jelgava History and Art Museum

Jelgava (pronounced [ˈjælˠɡɐvˠɐ] ) is a state city in central Latvia. It is located about 41 kilometres (25 miles) southwest of Riga.

Academia Petrina

Jelgava Gymnasium or Academia Petrina is the oldest higher educational establishment in Latvia. Based on an idea by Friedrich Wilhelm von Raison, it was established in Mitau, capital of the Duchy of Courland and Semigallia, by Duke Peter von Biron in 1775.

St. Simeon and St. Anna Cathedral

The Cathedral of Sts Simeon and Anne (Latvian: Jelgavas Sv. Simeona un Sv.

Pasta Island

Island park on the Lielupe River popular for walks and events.

Jelgava Lutheran Church

St Gertrude Old Church (Latvian: Vecā Svētās Ģertrūdes evaņģēliski luteriskā baznīca) is a Lutheran church in Riga, the capital of Latvia. It is a parish church of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia.

Driksas Street

Jelgava (pronounced [ˈjælˠɡɐvˠɐ] ) is a state city in central Latvia. It is located about 41 kilometres (25 miles) southwest of Riga.

Rundale Palace

Rundāle Palace (Latvian: Rundāles pils; German: Schloss Ruhental, formerly Ruhenthal or Ruhendahl) is one of the two major baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courland in what is now Latvia, the other being Jelgava Palace. The palace was built in two periods, from 1736 until 1740 and from 1764 until 1768.

What are the top things to do in Jelgava, Latvia?: ViaPins lists the best landmarks and attractions in Jelgava with photos, descriptions, and map coordinates for each stop.
How many days do I need in Jelgava?: Most travelers cover the main sights in Jelgava in 2–3 days. Use ViaPins to prioritize landmarks and build a custom GPS route.
Can I get a GPS route for Jelgava?: Yes. Select landmarks in Jelgava on ViaPins and export a turn-by-turn route directly to Google Maps.

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