In which year was the Historic Centre of Riga added to the UNESCO World Heritage List?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 1997
- Step 1: The list includes the old town and the Art Nouveau districts. Step 2. It was added in 1997. Answer: 1997. Why not the others: 1991 is the restoration of independence, 2004 is EU membership, and 2005 is the Struve Arc.
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