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Programme web-site is www.estlatrus.eu is web-site Programme potential and beneficial location on the crossroads between the EU and Russian Federation. The The Federation. Russian and EU the between crossroads the on location beneficial and potential development activities for the improvement of the regional competitiveness by utilising its its utilising by competitiveness regional the of improvement the for activities development The new and unique route for the first time connects Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument 2007-2013 financially supports joint cross border border cross joint supports financially 2007-2013 Instrument Partnership and Neighbourhood Ломоносов The Estonia – Latvia – Russia Cross Border Cooperation Programme in the framework of European European of framework the in Programme Cooperation Border Cross Russia – Latvia – Estonia The bigger and smaller cities in Saint-Petersburg VTA © 2014 © VTA Russia, Estonia and Latvia Петергоф 1 Printed by: Printing house Latgales Druka Latgales house Printing by: Printed and highlights the identity, traditions and rich cultural offer in each country Санкт-Петербург Design: Anda Nordena, SIA AUTOS SIA Nordena, Anda Design: Translation: Vidzeme Tourism Association Tourism Vidzeme Translation: with special emphasis on the green heritage – estates and their beautiful Project partners, Tourism information centres information Tourism partners, Project parks. The green heritage culture route tempts to explore not only estates Красное Село Пушкин Estonia Content/photos: Vidzeme Tourism Association, Tourism Vidzeme Content/photos: and their parks, but also castles, churches and other architectural treasures. (Russia) Families with children are welcome to participate in various interactive Ропша Museum Agency Agency Museum programmes and workshops offered by museums, as well as to enjoy the Räpina Russia of the Leningrad region Leningrad the of (Estonia) (Latvia) (Latvia) delicacies made by local producers. Those seeking romance can take long institution of culture of institution Government Council Council Pskov walks through the wonderful parks of the estates and take a rest with no Павловск State Budgetary State Räpina Municipality Räpina Gulbene Municipality Gulbene hurry at the apartments of the manors and castles. The history enthusiasts are encouraged to listen carefully the amazing stories told by local people. Gulbene 2 Rīga Гатчина Latvia Project partners: Project Волосово 3 www.vidzeme.com [email protected], [email protected], Mooste 19 Räpina +371 64122011, +371 20220072 +371 64122011, +371 Abja-Paluoja 4 Вырица 18 Pils square 1, Cēsis 1, square Pils Kilingi-Nõmme Извара Выра 15 (Latvia) 17 16 5 Otepää Pihkva järv Псковское озеро Vidzeme Tourism Association Tourism Vidzeme Karksi-Nuia 7 Сиверский 0 5 10 km 6 Lead Partner: Lead Puka Põlva Рождествено 8 Veriora 14 Värska Tõrva Kanepi 13 9 Крупп 84 92 20 21 10 93 Võru 12 Antsla historical heritage tourism destination. destination. tourism heritage historical Псков aim to promote the Project area as a rich cultural and and cultural rich a as area Project the promote to aim Печоры 85 11 Russia Cross Border Cooperation Programme with the the with Programme Cooperation Border Cross Russia 22 23 – – Latvia – a Estoni of framework the in implemented an Integral Part of Historical Heritage ELRII-404) is is ELRII-404) Heritage Historical of Part Integral an Vastseliina (Regeneration of Parks as as Parks of (Regeneration The Project Green Heritage Green Project The 94 Изборск 91 86 83 24 90 Ротово Лавры Палкино 89 99 87 25 Rīgas 97 88 Green Heritage culture route 98 Грибули jūras Качаново 26 līcis 95 80 27 28 96 82 81 Родовое Остров 100 67 29 66 77 78 102 103 104 68 79 Линово 105 71 We can not live in the past, 35 30 101 76 70 69 although the past is alive in us at every moment 36 we live. The Green Heritage cultural route 65 72 34 31 47 75 37 32 33 64 48 106 46 allows us to enjoy a particular dimension of time that 73 creates a surprise in everyone.Питалово It changes the way of our thinking and alters values we have. This route allows us 74 45 107 61 63 to understand better the world, that we live in today. 60 38 39 RĪGA 62 First explore and then become impressed by the majestic beauty of Russian countryside, that once enjoyed the 51 41 40 Empress Maria Feodorovna, painter Roerich and 56 49 55 50 composer Rimsky-Korsakov, but afterwards dine out 57 59 42 in the historic Tavern of Samson Vyrin! Get to know 58 the windy shores of the Estonian lakes and take a rest at the farmsteads of Seto land! Just get fascinated how a 52 43 R tvi harmonically Russian classicism and German ussi a Neo-Gothic styles complement each other in different a – –L 54 Estonia estates and parks of Northern Latvia to enjoy later 44 the contemporary cultural life in Rīga – This document has been produced with the financial assistance of the Estonia – 53 the European Capital of Culture 2014! Latvia – Russia Cross Border Cooperation Programme within the framework of European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument 2007–2013. The contents of this document are the sole responsibility of the partners of Green Heritage project and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the Programme, participating countries and the European Union. 23. The Bishop Castle ruins of Vastseliina and the Visitor Centre. The history of Vastseliina Bishop’s Castle dates back 45. Vecpiebalga Estate (can be viewed from the outside only). After the Great Northern War, Russian Tsar Peter the Great Ezeriņi, Stalbe parish, Pārgauja Administrative District, +371 26620422, [email protected], 87. The Valmiermuiža Park. The Valmiermuiža Castle experienced its most remarkable period of flourishing in the late City Tourist Information Centre of Saint Petersburg. Saint Petersburg, Sadovaya street 14, to the 14th century, and until 17th century it was an important fortification on the border between Russia and Europe. In bequeathed the manor to Boris Sheremetyev, who built the manor house in its current appearance about 1784-1786. An www.pargaujasnovads.lv 18th century, when it was governed by prince Peter August. Around 1764 he built a Neo-Baroque style villa in the place +7 (812) 3102822, http://ispb.info/, [email protected], [email protected] the Medieval times the castle was famous for the Miracle Cross located in its chapel. This cross now has become a pilgrimage integrated ensemble of buildings in classicism-style was built around the Parade yard at the beginning of the 19th century. where currently the Park and a small turret are located. History provides evidence that the estate once was visited by royal destination place. The Visitor Centre offers various exhibits related to the history of the castle, as well as local history It is surrounded by a 4.2 ha large park with 22 introduced species. The park is enclosed by a boulder wall. Now the Gallery of 67. The Ungurmuiža Manor (Orellen). This 18th century building is the only example of Baroque style wooden manor guests, such as the Russian Empress Catherine the Great and the Queen Louise of Prussia. 1. The Palace of Yelagino Island is the first palace built by architect Carlo Rossi for Russian Empress Maria Fyodorovna. houses preserved until now in Latvia. It is richly decorated with interior paintings. Ungurmuiža is a great place to study The island, recovered from the marshy grounds of Petersburg with great difficulties, was transformed into a North-Russian exhibitions and handicraft workshops. The centre organizes concerts and performances in the old Pub. It also offers the visitors Piebalga Porcelain factory with its ceramics painting workshop is set up in the manor. Dzirnavu street 1, Valmiermuiža, Burtnieki Administrative District, +371 22033707, [email protected], opportunity to participate in the ceremonial meal, when dressed in medieval clothing. Pils, Ineši, Vecpiebalga Administrative District, www.porcelanadarbnica.lv, GPS 57.020370, 25.832806 history, relax, celebrate and host or attend seminars. Both the manor house and the building of the Old School have cosy www.burtniekunovads.lv, GPS 57.555809, 25.431110 Isola bella (the beautiful island) and its park at that time was named among the most beautiful ones in Europe. The whole 1 rooms for those wishing to stay longer. Nature friends and families can enjoy the atmosphere of the forest trails or simply ensemble including both the castle and the park has been preserved exactly in the same quality until present. The Palace on Vana-Vastseliina village, Vastseliina Parish, Võru County, +372 509 6301, +372 5330 5089, [email protected], 23 46. The Vēveri branch of the Latvian Open-Air Ethnographic Museum. This example of the regional traditional 45 www.vastseliina.ee/linnus, GPS 57.7289, 27.361223 relax in the park of the estate with its old oak trees! 67 Valmiermuiža, Dzirnavu street 2, +371 29135438, [email protected], www.valmiermuiza.lv Yelagino island is considered to be one of the best architectural sites representing the Empire period in Russia. building presents a whole group of houses originally belonging to the historic Vēveri farmstead. Visitors are welcome to Ungurmuiža, Pārgauja Administrative District, +371 22007332, [email protected], www.ungurmuiza.lv, 87 Saint Petersburg, Yelagino island 4, GPS 59.979764, 30.259767 24. Nopri Farm. In Nopri Dairy Farm you can discover where milk comes from, watch the making of variuos sorts of cheese, weave thread into a textile at the museum or take part in grain grinding and after that enjoy baking bread. The renovated GPS 57.36246, 25.088693 88. The Valmiera Old Town. The moderate Old Town on the banks of river Gauja offers its visitors a pleasant enchantment Vēveri windmill offers a great view of the far reaches of the Piebalga region. alongside with the active rhythm of urban life.
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