😍 24.6.24. 🚘 Cesis is a city of the Hanseatic League and one of the residences of the masters of the Livonian Order; one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in Latvia.
0:00 Exploring CĒSIS: Latvia's Medieval Gem
0:42 Historical Heritage
1:09 City of Cēsis since 1206
1:38 Cēsis Old Castle
2:26 Cesis or Venden
2:54 Bells ringing
3:15 Old town Cesis
3:47 Modern life in Cesis
4:18 Cesis Festival
4:47 Nature and Parks of Cesis
5:28 Residents of Cesis
5:50 Cesis location
Latvia is beautiful, and it's time to get acquainted with our cities. Today, we are heading to the amazing city of Cēsis, one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in Latvia.
Cēsis Old Castle: The Cēsis Castle served as the residence of the Livonian Knights for a long time. Today, the castle is open for visits, and tourists can walk through its ancient corridors, climb the towers, and enjoy stunning views of the city and its surroundings.
Cēsis is one of the oldest cities in Latvia, a Hanseatic League city, and one of the residences of the Masters of the Livonian Order. The Gauja River flows past the town. Cēsis is the birthplace of the Latvian flag.
The origin of the city of Cēsis can be traced back 800 years. It is linked to the medieval Cēsis Castle, where the city began to form as early as the 13th century. Throughout the centuries, the castle shared the fate of Cēsis in battles with Russian, Polish, and Swedish armies. Rebuilt and expanded several times, the castle acquired its current architectural appearance in the early 16th century. Nowadays, it is the most impressive ensemble of castle ruins in the Baltic States, attracting visitors with the romantic appeal of medieval architecture.
Historical Heritage: Known in Livonian as Wenden, Cēsis is famous for its rich historical heritage. The city was founded in 1206 and is the third oldest city in Latvia after Riga and Koknese. Its historical center still retains a medieval atmosphere.
Old Town: In the Middle Ages, narrow winding streets with craftsmen's and merchants' houses closely clustered around the Cēsis Castle and church. Today, the old town showcases many historically and architecturally significant houses. On the ground floors of these and other buildings are small shops and various workshops full of creativity.
Modern Life: Despite its historical ambiance, Cēsis is a modern city with developed infrastructure and an active cultural life. Various festivals, concerts, and events take place here, attracting both locals and tourists from around the world. Since the late 19th century and to this day, Cēsis is known as a center of art, culture, and recreation.
Cēsis Festival: Every year, the famous Cēsis Festival is held, gathering thousands of tourists and locals. The festival includes various cultural events, concerts, exhibitions, and medieval reenactments. It's a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the past and enjoy the rich culture of the city.
Nature and Parks: Cēsis is surrounded by picturesque nature and beautiful parks. There are also over 10 bodies of water in Cēsis and a clean environment.
Cultural Attractions: Cēsis boasts numerous museums and art galleries. One of the most famous is the Cēsis Museum of History and Art, which holds unique exhibits telling the rich history of the city and the region.
Nationalities and Culture: The residents of Cēsis are people of various nationalities, making the city multinational and culturally diverse. The majority of the population is Latvian, but there are also Russians, Belarusians, Ukrainians, and representatives of other nationalities. The city's population is 16,372 people.
City Location: Cēsis is located in the northern part of the Vidzeme Upland, 90 km from Riga and the same distance from the city of Madona which I showed you in my previous video. Come to the city of Cēsis. It's beautiful here!
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