Church of Luther, Riga

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Church of Luther, Riga. Photo: Dezidor, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons.
RIGA, LATVIA
Church of Luther

A Lutheran parish church in Riga’s Torņakalns district, serving the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia.

At a glance

The Church of Luther, also known as Torņakalns Church, stands in the Zemgale Suburb of Riga at 3/5 Torņakalns Street. It functions as a parish church within Latvia’s national Lutheran denomination, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia.

History

The Wikipedia source provided does not contain detailed historical information about the church’s founding, construction, or development over time. Further research would be needed to establish its architectural and ecclesiastical history.

What you see

No architectural details are provided in the source material. The building’s design, materials, and distinctive features await fuller documentation.

Cultural significance

As a Lutheran parish church in Latvia’s capital, the Church of Luther represents the country’s Protestant religious heritage. It serves an active pastoral role within the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia.

Key facts

  • Country: Latvia
  • City: Riga, Zemgale Suburb
  • Address: 3/5 Torņakalns Street
  • Coordinates: 56.92860556, 24.08707778
  • Denomination: Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia

Practical information & getting there

The church is located in the Torņakalns district of Riga. For current visiting hours, services, or contact information, consult the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia or local Riga tourism resources.

Sources & resources

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