Standard TimeEET |
UTC+2 |
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UTC+3 |
IANA Time Zone |
Europe/Riga |
Sigulda time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Located in central Latvia, on the picturesque banks of the river Gauja, about 53 kilometers from the capital Riga, Sigulda is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Latvia. Known as the "Switzerland of Latvia", the town is famous for its dense forests, deep gorges and medieval castle ruins.
Sigulda's most famous landmarks include the ruins of the 13th-century Sigulda Castle and the adjacent Tureda Castle, which is now a museum. The Gaouia National Park surrounds the town and offers outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing and cave exploration. In winter, it becomes a popular location for skiing and tobogganing.
The town hosts a variety of cultural events each year, such as a medieval festival and a music festival. Sigulda also boasts Latvia's only Bob Sled and skeleton bobsled tracks, attracting international athletes to train. Its easy accessibility and rich natural and human resources make it ideal for short trips to the Baltic region.
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