Klaipeda, Lithuania
Formerly known as Memel, Klaipeda is a unique historic city with its roots that go back to the days of German knights - and it's a gloriously royal city, too, as Klaipeda was once the capital of Prussian Kingdom. Today Klaipeda is a modern city, known for its creative, innovative design and architecture and, even more for its friendly and welcome people. Being the third largest town in Lithuania, this relatively small town is well known for its grand annual events including the Jazz festival and Sea festival. The cultural scene offers everything from the internationally-known music concerts to sizzling jazz clubs, bars and countless museums and galleries. (From Princess Cruises Website)Old Town Klaipeda
Famed for its magnificent theatre building, this Old Town features narrow cobblestone walkways, charming buildings and small, unique sculptures that are hidden throughout its narrow streets.
Amber Museum
Housed in an elegant 19th-century palace with a botanical garden, this museum features thousands of amber pieces (many with insect inclusions) as well as one of Europe's largest pieces, the Amber Sun.
Klaipeda Castle
The remains of this centuries-old fortress are perhaps the most telling exhibit within the popular tower museum, which reveals the history of Klaipeda Castle through a range of artifacts.
Curonian Spit
According to legend, a giantess created this drifting sand-dune spit. The national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site extends down into Russia and separates the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea.
Interesting links for Klaipeda...
http://www.inyourpocket.com/lithuania/klaipeda
http://www.europeankids.it/Klaipeda/our_town_klaipeda.htm (This site is for kids!)
http://www.accuweather.com/en/lt/klaipeda/228531/weather-forecast/228531
Photos from Al and Dianna's visit to Klaipeda a few years ago...
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