Skudra: The Stone Ant of Sigulda
Discover Skudra, Sigulda's unique stone and metal ant sculpture promoting recycling and environmental consciousness since 2010.
Skudra, meaning 'ant' in Latvian, is a large sculpture in Sigulda crafted from stone and metal by Aivars Kerliņš. Inaugurated in 2010, this unique environmental object encourages residents to learn from ants by recycling and reusing materials.
A brief summary to Skudra, Skulptūra
- Dārza iela 26, Sigulda, Siguldas pilsēta, Sigulda Municipality, 2150, LV
Local tips
- Visit during daylight hours to fully appreciate the details of the sculpture.
- Take a moment to reflect on the sculpture's message about recycling and environmental responsibility.
- Explore other environmental objects and sculptures in Sigulda to discover more about the town's artistic side.
Getting There
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Walking
Skudra is located at the intersection of K. Barona and Dārza streets in Sigulda. From Sigulda Train Station or the Sigulda Bus Station , it is approximately a 5-10 minute walk. Head east on Ausekļa iela, then turn right onto Dārza iela. The sculpture will be on your left at the intersection with Krišjāņa Barona iela. Walking is free.
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Public Transport
Local buses in Sigulda serve the area around Skudra. Check the local bus schedule for routes that stop near the intersection of K. Barona and Dārza streets. A single ride on public transport typically costs around €1.
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Taxi
Taxis are available in Sigulda, and a ride to Skudra from the town center would be a short trip. Expect to pay around €5-€7 for a short taxi ride within Sigulda. Ride-sharing services like Bolt are also available.
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