Daugavpils - Wikipedia
WEBDaugavpils (see also other names) is a state city in southeastern Latvia, located on the banks of the Daugava River, from which the city derives its name. The parts of the city to the north of the river belong to the historical Latvian region of Latgale, and those to the south lie in Selonia.
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WEBThe city, with Dinaburgas Castle at its centre, was founded by the Livonian Order, but it had been ruled over by Poles, Swedes, Russians and Germans. History has left its mark on Daugavpils in its architecture, the diversity of its residents, and its culture. Get to know Daugavpils by visiting these sights! Daugavpils Fortress
Daugavpils, Latvia: What to See, Where to Go, What to Know ...
WEBDaugavpils (pop. 93 000) is Latvia’s second largest city and the main metropolis of Latgale (Eastern Latvia). Uniquely, ethnic Latvians make up only 20% of the population here, making the city seem distant and disloyal to many …
Daugavpils | City of Culture, Historical Sites & Fortress
WEBApr 6, 2024 · Daugavpils, city, southeastern Latvia. It lies along the Western Dvina (Daugava) River. In the 1270s the Brothers of the Sword, a branch of the Teutonic Knights, founded the fortress of Dünaburg, 12 miles (19 km) above the modern site. The fortress and adjoining town were destroyed, and then.
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WEBNov 28, 2023 · Daugavpils is Diversity. The gates of Daugavpils have three symbolic keys, marked in the coat of arms of the city which was approved in 1925: a river, a fortress and a lily, or, in other words, a road, a house and a prayer. These are three concepts that are not related to any particular nationality, culture or religion, but confirm the general ...
Daugavpils – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBDaugavpils is the second largest city in Latvia, after Riga. It is a delightfully charming, spacious and green city. Despite its quaint atmosphere and low prices, the city offers modern conveniences and services. An ice-hall, bowling centre and modern hotels have been built and diverse entertainment options have appeared throughout the city.
About Daugavpils - VISITDAUGAVPILS
WEBAbout Daugavpils. Daugavpils – the second largest city of Latvia and the centre of East-Latvian region – has given to the world the outstanding painter Mark Rothko, the “King of Tango” Oscar Strok and the actor, stage director, public and political figure Solomon Mikhoels (Vovsi).
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