📜 Latvia's symbolic mountain-shaped national library, home to millions of cultural tomes.
🔍 Known locally as Latvijas Nacionālā bilbiotēka, it opened in 2014 on the Daugava River banks.
✨ Striking modern architecture, shaped like a mountain with a glass flame.
🏞️ Panoramic views of Old Town Riga from 11th and 12th floors.
📚 Houses over six million items, including books, manuscripts, and music.
☕ Features an auditorium, gift shop, and excellent cafe.
🏛️ Permanent exhibition on Latvian book history and culture.
📜 Symbolizes reclaimed wisdom in Latvian folklore.
⚠️ Levels 11 and 12 are only open on Saturdays.
📝 Must register at the welcome desk for your visit.
💰 Tours available for a small per person fee.
🕒 Daily, levels 11 and 12 open on Saturdays only.
📍 Located on the banks of the Daugava River.
🏛️ Designed by Latvian-American architect Gunnar Birkerts.
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