Located on the west of the Daugava, Bolderaja started out as a fishing village around the start of the 10th century, In the early 1600's Polish immigrants built a series of wooden houses which are amongst the oldest in Riga.
During the Soviet era a great many blocks of flats were built ranging from 5-9 floors in height. Bolderaja is mostly inhabited by Russian speakers. The people have a reputation for hard work and being courageous.
Soviet era housing
The neighbourhood is surrounded by water, the Daugava, the Locu canal and the Bullupe (Bull River). It also has two islands, Love Island, named for the large number of children concieved there and Russian Island.
Love Island
Wooden Houses
Wooden Houses
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