City history
Discover the rich history of Daugavpils, from its origins as a strategic river fortress to its role as a vital Baltic transportation hub.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"Dvina City"
The city was historically documented under the Russian name Dvinsk during the Imperial era, referencing the Dvina River.
Duna Castle
A German-language designation used in historical regional contexts.
Dvina City
The official administrative name during the Russian Empire.
Daugava Fortress
The official Latvian name established following national independence.
Chapter two
Latvia established its own standard time following the establishment of independence.
The city adopted standardized daylight saving practices to align with European norms.
Chapter three
The expansion of the railway network significantly impacted local transit and time synchronization.
Major construction and expansion of the Daugavpils Fortress as a key military site.
Daugavpils became an integral part of the independent Republic of Latvia.
Latvia's restored independence led to modern integration with European time and economic systems.