Gaiziņkalns Explained

Gaiziņkalns
Photo Size:200
Elevation M:312
Map:Latvia
Label Position:left
Listing:Country high point
Location:Bērzaune parish, Madona Municipality, Latvia
Coordinates:56.8703°N 25.9594°W

The Gaising or Gaiziņkalns (German: Mesenberg), at 312 m (1,024 feet[1]) above sea level, is the highest point in Latvia. It is situated in the Vidzeme Upland, a short distance to the west of the town of Madona, central Vidzeme.

Although only relatively high, Gaiziņkalns has been developed into a skiing area with three slopes and several guesthouses.[2] In order to rival Suur Munamägi - the highest point of neighbouring Estonia at 318 metres - a tower was built which exceeds the latter in height. Although the construction work was not finished, the tower became a popular tourist attraction, which led to its closure due to the serious risk to safety. The tower was demolished in December 2012, and the rubble was removed. There is a nearby multilingual sign marking the high point, but nothing at the natural summit itself.

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Notes and References

  1. http://www.lgia.gov.lv/Aktualitates/2016/11_novembris/22-1.aspx Gaiziņkalna augstuma precizēšana
  2. Web site: Golgata Recreation Center (Gaiziņkalns). Madonas novads. April 12, 2014.