Pokrov Cemetery, Riga

Name: Pokrov Cemetery
Address: Riga, Latvia

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Pokrov Cemetery is a 70,669 square metres wide cemetery in Riga built in 1773. The current owner of the cemetery is Shelter of Our Most Holy Lady Church who are renting the land. ()

Local name: Pokrova kapi Established: 1773 (251 years ago)Coordinates: 56°58'5"N, 24°8'24"E

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Vidzemes (Brasa)Riga Latvia

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Pokrov Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Arena Riga, Palladium Riga, Skonto Stadium, Olympic Sports Centre.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pokrov Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Shelter of Our Most Holy Lady Church, Riga (2 min walk), Church of Christ, Riga (3 min walk), Ascension Church, Riga (4 min walk), Great Cemetery, Riga (8 min walk).

How to get to Pokrov Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pokrov Cemetery:

Bus

Mēness iela • Lines: 9 (4 min walk)
Miera iela • Lines: 49 (5 min walk)

Tram

Mēness iela • Lines: 11 (5 min walk)
Ēveles iela • Lines: 11 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Cēsu iela • Lines: 12, 14, 17, 4 (6 min walk)
Ēveles iela • Lines: 3 (9 min walk)

Train

Zemitāni (17 min walk)
Brasa (19 min walk)