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A monument in Sigulda honoring Atis Kronvalds, a key figure in the Latvian national movement and language development.

A tribute to Atis Kronvalds, a key figure in the Latvian national awakening, this monument stands in Sigulda near the New Castle. It honors his contributions to the Latvian language and national identity.

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  • Pils iela 18, Sigulda, Siguldas pilsēta, Sigulda Municipality, 2150, LV
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  • Take a moment to appreciate the architecture of the New Sigulda Castle in the background.
  • Read the inscription on the monument to learn more about Atis Kronvalds' contributions.
  • Combine your visit with a walk through the Sigulda Castle park.

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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Ata Kronvalda Monument is located in the center of Sigulda, next to Sigulda New Castle. From the Sigulda Train Station, walk north along Pils iela for approximately 15 minutes. The monument will be on your left, in front of the castle. No costs are associated with this approach.

  • Public Transport

    From Sigulda Train Station, take bus number 4 or 12 in the direction of Sigulda New Castle. The bus ride is approximately 5 minutes. Get off at the 'Siguldas pils' (Sigulda Castle) stop, which is right next to the castle and the monument. A single ride ticket costs approximately €1-2.

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The Ata Kronvalda Monument in Sigulda is dedicated to Atis Kronvalds (1837-1875), an important Latvian writer, linguist, and teacher who was a central figure in the Young Latvian movement. The monument, created by sculptor Teodors Zaļkalns, was unveiled in 1938. Originally, the monument was located near the White Castle, which housed the Sigulda Gymnasium at the time. It was later moved to its current location in front of the New Sigulda Castle.Kronvalds was instrumental in the development of the Latvian literary language and promoted the importance of Latvian language and culture. He famously said, "I have no language holier than the Latvian language; I have no people dearer than the Latvian people". In 1869, during a conference of Latvian teachers in Turaida, Kronvalds delivered a speech on language rights in Latvian for the first time, marking a significant moment in the fight against Germanization in the education system.The monument serves as a reminder of Kronvalds' dedication to the Latvian language and his role in the Latvian national awakening.

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