World War II in Riga

Discover 5 places tagged “world war II” in Riga.

Žanis Lipke Memorial

This atmospheric museum honors a family who hid Jews during the Nazi occupation of Latvia.

Great Choral Synagogue Memorial

A monument to the grand synagogue that stood in this space before Nazis burned it down.

The Memorial to Zanis Lipke and all Latvian saviours of the Jews

The Žanis Lipke Memorial

A Latvian rescuer who saved countless lives during World War II.

Permanently Closed

Victory Memorial to Soviet Army

Victory Memorial to Soviet Army

This controversial monument was designed to lionize the Red Army, but also disheartened the Latvian people.

The outside walking area for detainees in the yard.

The Corner House

A former Latvian headquarters of the brutal KGB secret police is now open as a grim reminder of their atrocities.

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