Rušona: Lake, Islands and Culture
Rušona combines Lake Rušona, Lielā Island and historic sites with the nearby Geļenova Park on Lake Bicānu.
Key facts about Rušona
Rušona includes Lake Rušona, the Catholic Church of Rušona, Rušona Manor and Lielā Island, which is also known as Upursala. In the vicinity of Rušona are Geļenova Park on Lake Bicānu and the “Kulda” Taste House.
What experiences does Lake Rušona offer?
Licensed fishing is organised on Lake Rušona. This is a specific feature for travellers who want to combine their choice of destination with a stay by the water and regulated fishing opportunities. The islands of Lake Rušona can be viewed from various points along the lake shores or during a boat trip on the lake. From the shore, the viewing point remains on land, while a boat trip offers a perspective from the surface of the water.
An important distinction in the area is Geļenova Park: it is located on the shore of Lake Bicānu, not Lake Rušona. At Lake Bicānu, the park offers a beach as well as trips by boat, catamaran or SUP board. The two lakes therefore represent different water settings within the surrounding area.
Which cultural sites are associated with Rušona?
The present-day stone building of the Catholic Church of Rušona was built in 1816 using funds provided by Ievas Seleckas. Historical artefacts in the sacristy include vestments of former priests. The church building from 1816 is considerably older than the residential building located on Lake Rušona, which was built in 1903.
Upurakmens is located on Upursala in Lake Rušona. It is an ancient Latgalian sacred site. It is therefore situated on an island in the lake, not at the site of the Catholic church.
What is in the surrounding area?
In the surrounding area, Geļenova Park covers 8 hectares. It is a picturesque park with exotic trees and shrubs.
Regional cuisine is also represented: the “Kulda” Taste House offers seasonal dishes made from local products as well as delicacies from home producers in Latgale.
Which route connects the main points of interest?
The Ezertaka section in Preiļu novads leads to the Church of Rušona and Rušona Manor; it then continues to Lake Rušona and the “Silmalas” recreation complex. For another destination option, you can also view Sīļukalns.
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How large is Lake Rušona?
Lake Rušona covers 23.7 square kilometres.
Where is Lielā Island located?
Lielā Island, which is also known as Upursala, is located in Lake Rušona approximately 1 kilometre east of Rušona Manor. The distance remains an approximate figure.
What is the historical significance of the residential building on Lake Rušona?
A residential building located on Lake Rušona stands approximately 500 metres east of the Church of Rušona and was built in 1903.
To the overview of the broader trip: Riebiņu Novads.
