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There are magnificent views in Daugava bends - winding section of majestic river between Daugavpils and Kraslava. The natural valley of the river is up to 45 meters deep and is rich with cultural and nature heritage, but especially - with numerous rare species of plants and animals.
In some places there is comfortable tourist infrastructure - watchtowers and trails. Still many of the most gorgeous places are not that easy to reach - what helps to preserve the feel of wilderness.

 

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Slutiski village - outstanding monument of Oldbeliever culture.

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Simple buildings are decorated with woodcarvings.

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View from the Slutiski precipice - part of the village is located at the foot of it.

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Rare chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are blooming in alluvial meadow.

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Ververi precipice rises 41 meters above Daugava.

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Exuberant view towards Slutiski precipice from the Ververi precipice.

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View towards the south east from watchtower of Vasargeliski precipice.

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View towards the west - towards Daugavpils.

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Clay model of Dinaburga castle at the foundation of the castle (1273-1277).

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Castle is built on older hillfort, there is impressive view on Daugava from it.

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Majestic view near Naujene.

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View from Slutiski precipice.

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Vilusi spring near Naujene.


Pictures taken on 12th and 22nd June 2008.

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