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This hilltop city features impressive medieval remains, inviting parks, and cultural events that showcase local tradition.
Cesis is a town in Latvia located in the northern part of the Central Vidzeme Upland. Cesis is on the Gauja River valley, and is built on a series of ridges above the river overlooking the woods below. Cesis was one of the candidate cites for the title of European Capital of Culture 2014. Cesis was also developed as a health resort. Upmarket summer houses and health centers were built in the vicinity of the Gauja. 'Cirulisi' near the Svetavots (Holy Spring) Cave is the most remarkable of them, with a spring believed to possess healing powers. Main attractions in this town include the Cesis Castle, Christ Transfiguration Orthodox Church, and St. John's Church.
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Villa Santa
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Situated in a historic sanatorium building from 1918, Villa Santa features a garden, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service. The property is non-smoking throughout and is set in Gauja National Park, 300 metres from river Gauja.
All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a bath. The units feature a desk.
Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental and vegetarian options. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the on-site restaurant, which serves Mediterranean cuisine.
Skiing is among the activities that guests can enjoy near Villa Santa. Conference halls are available at the property at surcharge.
Castle Park in Cesis is 2.3 km from the accommodation, while Sculpture Through the Centuries is 2.4 km away. Riga International Airport is 87 km from the property. Read more...
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Attractions in Cesis
- Historic Center, Cesis
- Cesis Castle
- Christ Transfiguration Orthodox Church, Cesis
- St. John's Church, Cesis
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