Built for the Russian army garrison in 1904, this beautiful pink, blue and white Orthodox church is a must see in Daugavpils. Its ten onion-domes create an Eastern landscape more akin to Moscow than a Latvian city. Although a sign in Russian at the door lists an elaborate set of rules for behaviour and dress, they don't seem to be actively enforced. Every year on August 14 - 15, tens of thousands of pilgrims congregate here to commemorate the Virgin Mary's ascension to heaven. The church was built on the very place that Mary is said to have appeared centuries earlier.
Many people also believe in the healing powers of a nearby spring.
A religious shop, caf and information centre are located to the right of the main entrance. Jekabpils l Daugavpils l Aglona l Rezekne l Ludza Rezekne Known as Rossiten in the late 13th century, it was later a part of the Polish and Russian empires, respectively, until it was finally joined with Latvia in 1917. A cultural centre during the first republic, it gained the reputation of being the true heart of Latgale, both geographically and spiritually. Where to Stay Latgale Atbrivosanas aleja 98, tel. The new rooms are spacious and offer cable TV, phone, modern bathroom, refrigerator and even balconies.