Everyone knows that one of the historical corners of Russia is a city that with dignity suffered the difficult years of World War II. The central regions are still not fully restored after the destruction. This is the city of Kaliningrad.
"Fish Village" - a famous shopping center, is located in this historical and architectural large settlement.
History of Kaliningrad
Since 1945, since Königsberg became a Soviet city, much has changed in it. Central European Gothic, which once represented the city, was replaced by Soviet constructivism.
The names of the streets changed, most of the monuments ceased to exist as an “alien” element in their time. The historic Royal Castle was blown up, and the Cathedral was nearly lost. Until the 90s, German Konigsberg gradually turned into Soviet Kaliningrad.
It was only recently that awareness began to come of the fact that the greatest historical heritage had been lost, inherited from the previous owners of these historically interesting lands.
Today, many German buildings have been restored, and some are planned to be fully restored in the near future.
One of the largest projects related to the revival of the appearance of the old city of Konigsberg, which will transform and greatly change the current Kaliningrad - “Fish Village”. This is a kind of ethnographic, craft and shopping center, which will be discussed below.
Urban Planning Program
Today, there is a town-planning program, the purpose of which is to restore the center of Koenigsberg, which was destroyed during the storming of the city and has remained unrestored so far.
The program is aimed at returning at least part of what the center of Kaliningrad (Koenigsberg) had: Castle Hill with the Koenigsberg Castle, the Kneippov and Altstadt areas, the vicinity of port warehouses (Lastadiy) and Castle Pond (modern Lower Lake). It was here before the war that the old city of Koenigsberg was located. Today, only a few objects are preserved here - the Honey and Wooden Bridges and the Cathedral.
Drastic measures are needed to restore the beautiful architecture of old Koenigsberg.
Deservedly and rightfully has the title of "Hero City" Kaliningrad.
"Fish Village"
"Fish Village" is a cultural, ethnographic, hotel and shopping district in the city of Kaliningrad.
Once there was a fishing village here, in connection with which small fish markets began to appear along the river.
The construction of this quarter began at the beginning of the XXI century on October Island. It is stylized under the architecture of old Koenigsberg.
The city of Kaliningrad often presents this same “Fish Village” as its visiting card.
The construction of the complex began in 2006. All buildings were built in a peculiar style of medieval Konigsberg, they bear the corresponding names: “Carolina’s Courtyard”, “Albrecht Tower”, “Kaiser Mug”, etc. Nowadays, modern hotels, cafes and restaurants, as well as various office and business centers.
Often on this territory various ethnographic holidays are held, such as “Cat's Day”, “Craftsman's Day”, etc.
Travelers and tourists will certainly be interested in the “Fish Village” (Kaliningrad). Address: October Island, located between the street. October and the river Pregolya.
The complex includes a promenade, a pedestrian drawbridge, moorings and some old buildings, which now houses restaurants, hotels, cafes, shopping and entertainment centers.
Tower "Lighthouse"
Kaliningrad, "Fish Village" have a great attraction - the tower "Lighthouse". From its high viewing platform (31 meters, 133 steps), an amazing view of the river opens. Pregolya and the island of Kant.
Other interesting historical galleries are also located here: the art gallery - “3 centuries of the Fish Village” and with a collection of edged weapons (late XIX - early XX centuries). The latter includes Chinese swords (two-handed), German fencing swords, battle tridents and Spanish protazan. Here you can see the shoes worn by the townspeople of the XVI century, antique dishes and utensils.
All exhibits were discovered at the site of archaeological work carried out during the construction of the Fish Village complex in 2006. Thus, the beautiful architecture is revived, preserving the history of those times.
Here you can get acquainted with interesting historical materials, and just relax, sitting in a cozy cafe.
Very interesting and hundred-meter bridge (drawbridge) across the river. Pregolya, which was built in honor of the 750th anniversary of Kaliningrad.
A lot of interesting and informative can be shown to tourists in Kaliningrad. Traveler reviews about it are most positive.
What does the village live today? Attractions, events
Now it is a huge quarter, which includes 14 facilities. The complex is one of the largest projects whose construction goal is the development of tourism in the Kaliningrad region.
The implementation of this program will fully attract an even greater flow of tourists to the city of Kaliningrad. Reviews of travelers who have visited it are the most positive right now.
Conclusion
In these historical places you can combine relaxation (walk along the promenade) with a trip to magnificent souvenir shops. Climbing the tower, you can enjoy wonderful unforgettable views. Kaliningrad is worth seeing.