St. John the Forerunner Church, Riga

Name: St. John the Forerunner Church
Address: 21 Kalna iela, Riga, Latvia

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St. John the Forerunner Church is an Eastern Orthodox church in Riga, the capital of Latvia. The church is situated at the address 21 Kalna Street. ()

Local name: Rīgas Svētā Jāņa Priekšteča baznīca Coordinates: 56°56'34"N, 24°8'50"E

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21 Kalna ielaLatgales (Maskavas Forštate)Riga Latvia

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St. John the Forerunner Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palladium Riga, Riga Central Market, St. Francis Church, Vērmanes Garden.

1 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
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Bridge
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. John the Forerunner Church?

Nearby attractions include Church of the Theotokos of Kazan, Riga (1 min walk), All Saints Church, Riga (10 min walk), St. Francis Church, Riga (11 min walk), Maskavas Forštate, Riga (15 min walk).

How to get to St. John the Forerunner Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. John the Forerunner Church:

Trolleybus

Mazā Kalna iela • Lines: 15 (4 min walk)
Daugavpils iela • Lines: 15 (8 min walk)

Bus

Mazā Kalna iela • Lines: 18, 304, 316 (3 min walk)
Viļānu iela • Lines: 18, 304, 316 (6 min walk)

Train

Vagonu parks (9 min walk)
Rīga-Pasažieru (25 min walk)

Tram

Mazā Kalna iela • Lines: 3, 7 (9 min walk)
Daugavpils iela • Lines: 3, 7 (10 min walk)