Amatciems, A small paradise Latvia
OR Republic of Latvia (Latvia) is a country in the Baltic Sea, Northern Europe. It borders with Estonia, Russia, Belarus and Lithuania. The capital is Stripe (Riga), one of the most beautiful European cities, built on the river Daugava. The impressive art nouveau buildings in the city, with colorful facades, They offer a spectacular sight, constituting an attraction for visitors. OR Medieval Old Town of Riga, with cobbled streets and stunning river views, belongs to UNESCO World Heritage of UNESCO (1997). Η Riga, It is considered the No. 1 Wifi capital of Europe, with over 1000 connection points to free internet.
AMATCIEMS
RIGA
The country's currency is the euro and the population reaches 2.000.000 residents. The area of Amatciems, Located in the northeast. Latvia, It is 80 km from the Riga and 12 km from Cesis(Cesis), medieval and modern city at the same time, 20.000 resident.
CESIS, Strips
The city Cesis, It is a journey through time, by 9The century, with the Old town and Church of St. John to impress the visitor.
CESIS
The modern city, It is full of shops, brown, restaurants and hotels. New Opera House Vidzeme hosts, throughout the year, world-class concerts and the annual music festival "4 Arts", made in July and attracts many visitors. The Insignia gallery organizes exhibitions of Latvian and foreign artists. Just outside the Cesis, there is National Park gang (National Park Gauja), named after the river Gauja, indicated for excursion, hiking, caving, nature watching etc..
The crystal clear waters of the river Gauja and Amata offered for various sports and fishing. South of Cesis, It is renovated wooden Castle Araisi Lake (Āraišu), inhabited by Latvians, before 1000 years and is a historical monument of the region.
the Ungurmuiza (Ungurmuiza) It is 10 km from Cesis and is the only wooden mansion Latvia is known for romantic walks and summer concerts.
UNGURMUIZA
Access to Cesis and ecological village Amatciems region, made through the International Airport of Riga, which is about 100 km and has connection with most European capitals and beyond.
ECO VILLAGE AMATCIEMS
Inspirer and creator, eco village, it is Aivars Sparrow. With motto «city life is a waste of time", created, In a particular natural beauty, this "Future of Cultural and Eco Monument", as have named, many famous architects, at River posts.
In a unique environment, in 12 oases, created a habitat, residential for people who want to live an alternative lifestyle, for those who love to observe nature, the birds, enjoy the sunrise and sunset, to experience the 4 seasons of the year.
The creator, respecting existing landscape, which in itself is "Absolute Protected Area», brought the total ecological balance, between the natural and built environment, thus achieving harmony human nature. This unique village in Latvia, apply the strictest ecological living and development rules.
All houses have, designed to be integrated harmoniously into the environment, according to an ecosystem protection authorities. The construction works are subject to building regulations, for immediate restoration of the physiognomy of the landscape and the conservation and protection of, of future interventions.
BUILDING RULES
- the exact location, where they can be built a house, carefully selected, does not harm the natural formations and the owner has direct contact with the environment, as the lake with fresh water or in a small part of the forest
- asphalted roads prohibited Amatciems, except small dirt access roads.
- free access from house to house, as prohibited be built fences, between the housing, to allow the free movement of people and animals, and especially the wildlife of the forest.
Residents can admire the animals and birds of the area and move without obstacles around the village, enjoying their walks in the woods
- comfortable accommodation facilities, within the housing
- The settlement has its own natural freshwater resources, by drilling and water tanks, connected together to feed off each other and avoid flooding in rainy periods
- Each plot is fully connected to the power supply, sewerage, water
- becomes recycling household waste
- the heating of homes made from earth heat pump to reduce the amount of emissions into the atmosphere
- there are optical fibers, providing high speed Internet access (1 Gbit/s) so you can enjoy the quality of life in nature and at the same time have easy access to the daily work
- Each house has a security system and fire alarm system. Security personnel in the village, 24 hours through video, ensures immediate reaction
- There are hours and siesta rules, morning and evening, in which noise is prohibited
- dog forbidden to be tied
ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS
- they are used, only, 3 types of houses, made of wooden planks or tree trunks, which can be supplemented by natural stone facades, glass or crystal. The most popular structure is horizontal wooden logs, with decorative paneled, colored plastering or decorating glass
- Friendly 4 housing types, straw, clay, tiles or slabs, with final grass coverage, for anyone who wishes
HOUSES FOR SALE or RENT
The magnificent view of the hills, lakes, the plains and forests of Amatciems causes human feelings of peace and tranquility. The village has already attracted those who appreciate the simplicity of natural life. In the settlement one can deal with mild and small-scale production activities, which fit, always, the natural environment and preserving the landscape eg. traditional occupations.
The community is totally international Amatciems. There are lots of homes for sale or points which have not yet begun their construction, in which the customer can intervene with its own plan, harmony with the local architecture. The area of the plot of each house, usually exceeds 5 acres. But even if you can not afford to buy a property, you can experience the Amatciems renting one of these houses that you mention indicative:
USEFUL ADDRESSES
Cesis Development and Tourism Center, Palace Square 9, Cesis, tel. : +371 64121815, +37128318318 (10:00-18:00), www.tourism.cesis.lv
http://amatciems.lv/rus/ideja.html
