Ensemble of Krustpils Castle

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Description

Medieval castle built as a fortification on the road Riga-Daugavpils in 1237 by Bishop Nicolaus from Magdeburg. In 1585 the castle falls into the possession of House of Korfs for life-use. Now the castle is the Jēkabpils History Museum.

For sightseeing:
History of the Krustpils palace (Middle Ages), Soviet Army room, cellars from Middle Ages period with cross-shaped arches.

Exhibitions in the tower
“Krustpils night tales” – a night porgram in Krustpils castle – 2.50 (for pupils), from 3.00 (for adults, program approved by the customer)
“Make light with your own hands” – candle making classes – LVL 0.60 – 0.80

“Christmas tale in the castle” – Christmas program for pupils – from LVL 50.00 for the group;
“Christmas candle” – Christmas program with candle making – LVL 2.50 (per participant)

“First waltz of the wedding” – wedding activities – from LVL 25.00