Dikļi Castle Photo: Dikļi Castle

Dikļi castle is one of the oldest possessions of the family of von Palenov. The estate is situated in the village of dikļi, which is about 40 km from the Latvian town of cēsis. The first mention of the manor date from the early 15th century, at the time the estate belonged to Gottschalk von der Paleo. The estate belonged to the genus Palenov for three centuries, in the autumn of 1722 the estate together with the village of Vicky was sold to the Manager of the stables. Over its long history, the estate has many times changed its owners, it was sold, it just passed by inheritance.

Modern building dikļi, built in neo-Gothic style, built in 1896. At that time the owner of the estate was Baron P. wolf. Even more ancient than the estate, is a granary (storehouse) of the estate built in the late 18th century. The crate is made in the style of late classicism.

The building of the estate harmoniously complements the Park which covers an area of 20 hectares Landscaped Park begins at the pond. When the 60-ies of the 20th century conducted research Park, was recorded 20 species of exotic trees, at the time they reached the age of 30-40 years.

In 2000, the estate was purchased by a private firm for the purpose of restoration and restoration of the castle, and also of buildings belonging to the estate. Was originally developed the restoration project, which since 2002 has begun remedial work be carried out. The restoration was carried out with the preservation and restoration of historic features from the basement to the attic.

For visitors, the castle was opened July 26, 2003. Now this day every year is celebrated as the day of revival of the estate.

Now the estate operates a hotel, restaurant, sauna complex with Jacuzzi, and pool, SPA and space for events (weddings, banquets). In 2005, the restaurant and the hotel has received the certificate of conformity to the standard of 4 stars.

Crate finished rebuilding in 2008, there was opened an exhibition hall and features an extra hotel room, also equipped with a special cellar for storing wines. In addition, it is planned to open a Museum of the history of dikļi manor, and information center for tourists.

The Park also works on his accomplishment, is scheduled to make walking trails, benches, to expand plantings, as well as to equip the site for active recreation and playgrounds.

In short, in dikļi manor, you will be able not only to get acquainted with its history and see the historic interiors, but also to relax at the hotel, or to book an event: wedding, Banquet, seminar.

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