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Church of Maria-Magdalen is the only building that survived of the former Cistercian Nunnery (1255 - 1582). During the period of Swedish rule this church was renovated, after Riga was incorporated in Russia the church was renamed as Alexander Orthodox Church. |
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The church has been rebuilt and renovated in 1746 by architect N.Vasiljev who incorporated Baroque style in this building. Now this is a Catholic church, and services are held here. |
