Aspazija in Dunes

Add to route

       

 

Your name E-mail Information Aspazija in Dunes https://visitjurmala.lv/en/see-and-do/active-recreation/nordic-walking/aspazija-in-dunes/ Security code

Send to

+6

The sculpture "Aspazija in dunes" (Aspazija kāpās), which is dedicated to the outstanding Latvian poet and playwright Aspazija, is located in a spot overlooking the sea as well as the house of Aspazija herself, where the poetess spent the last decade of her life. The sculpture in the dunes can also be seen from the veranda window of Aspazija's house.

The sculpture of Aspazija was created by the Jūrmala sculptor Olga Šilova, and the landscaping plan of the area was carried out by architect Martha Kotello. In the bronze sculpture, Olga Šilova has succeeded to portray Aspazija's bright personality and outstanding talent, as well as her youthful and noble beauty. A cat sits at Aspazija's feet to symbolise not only the love that the poetess had for these pets but also to give the sculpture a dimension of human emotions.
A wooden boardwalk leads up to the sculpture, and there are benches next to it. A wooden terrace runs around the sculpture, which successfully incorporates it into the surrounding landscape or forest and dunes. During the dark time of the day, the territory is illuminated to create a peaceful and romantic mood.