In the north-east of Latvia, in the Aluksne highland, at the shores of Lake Aluksne, stands a picturesque town with a rich historic and cultural heritage, with a contemporary feel and a dynamic growth. Its location is strategically important – several routes to the neighbouring countries Estonia and Russia cross here. Today the town is the centre of the Aluksne district, with a population of about 9500 and an area of 14.2 sq km. Local enterprises are mainly involved in trade and services. For its development Aluksne capitalises on the proximity to Estonian and Russian borders, establishment of cross-border economic connections, developing of tourism, and maintaining a clean environment.Lying among green forests, fields and meadows, heaps of snow or flowers, mirroring in the waters of the lake, in winter or summer ALUKSNE welcomes everyone and invites to listen in to the melody of nature and history.