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Private Castle tour from Riga:Rundale, Bauska+Hill of Cross
Arriving at Rundale Palace is a true “wow” moment as you may not expect to see such an 18th century gem in the Latvian countryside!
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Highlights
- Visit Rundāle Palace, an exceptional monument full of Baroque and Rococo art
- Walk around intricate maze of allées, cross paths, pergolas and bosquets
- Beautiful Rose garden theat reflects the history of cultivating roses in Europe
- Explore the Bauska castle ruins
- Stop at Hill Of Crosses, an old hill fort covered in over 100,000 crosses
Description
Explore the palace’s Baroque and Rococo architecture, stroll around the Versailles-inspired gardens, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (own expense), then visit the fairy-tale fortress of Bauska Castle. RUNDALE PALACE ( duration 2 hours ) Arriving at Rundale Palace is a true “wow” moment as you may not expect to see such an 18th century gem in the Latvian countryside. The grounds of Rundāle Palace ensemble amount to 85 hectares including the palace and the stables, French baroque garden, the former hunting park, orchards, the pond and canals, the foundation of the old 16th century Grotthuss’ castle, the 18th century tavern and the former servants’ house, the orangery and greenhouses, car parks… Rose garden The bosquets feature an impressive, almost one hectare large, rose garden that spreads on both sides of the parterres. The garden reflects the history of cultivating roses in Europe from the early 18th century till these days. BAUSKA CASTLE ( duration 1 hour ) Bauska Castle is the only castle in Latvia illustrating the expressions of renaissance and mannerism architecture and decorative arts in the Duchy of Courland HILL OF CROSSES(LT) ( duration 1 hour ) Myth surrounds this unusual site of pilgrimage with no confirmed version of its story. For years, even centuries, visitors have placed crosses here, each for their own reason. The hill has been reborn numerous times after attempts to destroy it under Soviet rule.Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off Comfortable transfer Bottled Water Entry ticket to Bauska Castle Entry ticket to Rundale Palace+Garden English-speaking host Stop at Hill of CrossesEasy cancellation
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Private Castle tour from Riga:Rundale, Bauska+Hill of Cross
