Interesting tourists in the Baltic States can not only the capital cities of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn. The same Daugavpils or Kuressaare will give travelers a lot of positive emotions due to its unique atmosphere, unique architecture and special color. The city of Klaipeda is remarkable in Lithuania. It is characterized by German minimalism and Western European style. This is due to the long stay of this important cultural and historical center of the country dominated by the Germans.
Klaipeda (the former name is Memel) is a famous seaport to which dozens of passenger and cargo ships arrive daily, as well as ferries. And still it is the third largest settlement of the Republic of Lithuania after Kaunas and Vilnius. It was founded in 1252 by the Knights of the Livonian Order, who built the Memelsburg castle here. For almost 800 years of its history, Klaipeda has amassed a large number of monuments and sights, which are literally at every turn.
As in most major cities of the Baltic States, in the former Memele the main cultural heritage is the Old Town. It is located on the Left Bank of the River Dana. Unfortunately, to this day, this open-air museum has been preserved only by 40%, due to the stormy wartime. However, the existing burgher houses and narrow streets, small and lovely monuments are enough to be surprised and feel the special spirit of this place.
Separately, it is necessary to note the local Sculpture Park. He was fond of the townspeople and guests of Klaipeda for unique monumental compositions and interesting landscape design. In this park you can relax with families: there are playgrounds and tennis courts. The sculpture park is located near the Klaipeda bus station, so it will be very easy to get to it.
Remarkable this city and its museums. In particular, being in Klaipeda, you should definitely visit the Watch Museum. Nowhere else in Europe is there any more a cultural and educational institution where so many chronometers would be kept. The interior of the museum is made in the style of socialist realism. Learn more about each exhibit from a special booth. On warm days, the Clock Museum opens its exposition in the open.
In fact, besides the Sculpture Park, the Old Town and the Clock Museum, there are many other interesting places in Klaipeda. They will help you to feel the life of real Balts, imbued with their culture and mentality.
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