Reformation Church

Riga, Latvia

Built from 1727-1733, this is one of the few Calvinist churches in Latvia. After renovations in 1805, its basement was turned into a warehouse, while the Soviets turned the whole building into a recording studio. Now the upstairs is used for occasional concerts and the downstairs is waiting for yet another entrepreneur to open a club there.

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Address

Mārstaļu iela 10, Riga, Latvia

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Details

Founded: 1727-1733
Category: Religious sites in Latvia
Historical period: Part of the Russian Empire (Latvia)

More Information

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Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Karina Feldhane (5 months ago)
A place of peace to be strengthened in the Holy Spirit through our Lord Jesus Christ!!!

Anna Buczkowska (22 months ago)
Beautiful church inside

Ronalds Krievs (3 years ago)
The floor creaks all the time, it interferes with listening to music

Guntars Feldmanis (5 years ago)
Ok

Pasākumi Ballītes (5 years ago)
nice

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