Kaliningrad
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Ausfälle Gates
Kaliningrad, Gvardeyskiy Ave
Ausfaller Gates are situated in Kaliningrad at the intersection of Gvardeysky Avenue and General-Feldmarschall-Rumyantsev Street. This 19th-century structure was originally intended solely for pedestrian traffic and features modest architectural design. Above the passage there is a battlemented platform with crenellated parapet, flanked by casemates equipped with embrasures for frontal and flanking fire. The passage is framed by an ogee arch adorned with toothed molding. Initially, the gates were positioned below ground level and designed by architect Ludwig von Aster.
Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts Baltic Branch
Kaliningrad, Pobedy Ave, 5a
The Baltic Branch of the State Museum of Fine Arts named after A.S. Pushkin is located in Kaliningrad at Prospekt Pobedy, 5a. This is the first regional branch of the famous museum. Exhibitions from the collections of the Pushkin Museum are held here, and the museum also participates in the "Pushkinskaya karta" program.
Vrangels Tower
Kaliningrad, Professora Baranova St, 2a
The Vanghel Tower in Kaliningrad is situated on Professor Baranov Street, 2a. Its construction was supervised by engineer Ernst Ludwig von Aster. The structure stands 12 meters tall with a base diameter of 34 meters. Inside there were levels of casemates connected by spiral staircases, while the second floor housed an open artillery platform. In 1924, a sculpture called "German Michel" was installed on its exterior side. During the war, it hosted military warehouses. Today, the tower is protected by the state as a cultural heritage site of Russia.
Botanical Garden of I. Kant BFU
Kaliningrad, Lesnaya/Molodyozhnaya St
Botanical Garden of I. Kant BFU is situated in Kaliningrad on the site of former Königsberg city's gardening. Here there are plants from pre-war era, with collection counting over 2500 species. The garden features collections of trees, shrubs, herbaceous and greenhouse plants covering about 40 thousand square meters. Previously up to 900 different plant species were counted. Systematization and inventory of decorative plantings with identification of their names are conducted.
Brandenburg Gate
Kaliningrad, Bagrationa St, 137
Kaliningrad Brandenburg Gates are situated on Bagration Street. Built in 1755, they are the sole surviving historical entrance to the city controlling access to the Brandenburg Castle. The building features cross-shaped sandstone colors, coats of arms and portrait medallions. Inside there are exhibits about Königsberg marzipan. After restoration from 2014 to 2015, the gates have been under state protection since 1960. Public transport passes through them.
Upper Lake
Kaliningrad, Verhny Prud
Upper Lake situated in Kaliningrad is a green recreational area with picturesque shores. A group of sculptures depicting sea animals created by Gerhard Tiede in 1913 can be found here. Previously there were defensive structures which were later demolished and moved to the university's inner courtyard. The lake connects to Lower Pond via a water channel and has ecological issues related to past pollution. Efforts are underway for cleaning up the lake and improving the surroundings.
Railway Gates
Kaliningrad, Gvardeyskiy Ave
Kalinin's Railway Gates were built from 1866 to 1869 and served as an entrance to the old railway line passing through the city towards Pillau (modern-day Baltiysk). The structure preserved original rails until the end of the 20th century, after which it was transformed into a pedestrian zone. The gates are adorned with casemates featuring embrasures and gunports giving the impression of protective shutters. Today, to the left of the gates stands a multimedia planetarium, while nearby there is a path leading to a park beyond the monument.
Zakhaim Gates
Kaliningrad, Litovsky val, 61
Zakhaim Gates in Kaliningrad are situated on Lithuanian Wall at address: Lithuanian Wall Street, 61. This is part of historical city fortifications closed for night. Gates are decorated with round towers facing inside the town and octagonal ones pointing outwards. Upper parts of towers feature decorative niches-crosses and a gallery of embrasures. During restoration lost masonry elements were reconstructed and Soviet paint imitating bricks was removed. Inside walls contain a capsule holding messages from restorers.
Amalienau Historic District
Kaliningrad, historical district Amalienau
Historical Amalienau district in Kaliningrad is a unique place planned in the style of "garden city". Streets here are laid out so that none intersect at right angles, while houses feature quirky fachwerk facades and unusual roof shapes. Architect Fritz Heitmann embodied the idea of rural estates, creating cozy villas and plots with rare trees and flowering shrubs. The area has gradually lost its original opulence but retains an atmosphere of seclusion and tranquility.
Kaliningrad Zoo
Kaliningrad, Mira Ave, 26
Kaliningrad Zoo is situated on Mira Avenue in the center of Kaliningrad. Founded in 1896 as Koenigsberg Zoological Garden, it is among Russia's oldest zoos. Several historical buildings from pre-war times survived the war. After reconstruction partially funded by federal budget, the zoo gained historic status. Exotic animals were brought here by fishermen fleet sailors.
Kalingrad Regional Drama Theatre
Kaliningrad, Mira Ave, 4
Kalingrad Regional Drama Theatre is situated at Prospekt Mira, 4. The building has history: after 1923 reconstruction it was called "Comic Opera", interior designs were made by architect Oscar Kaufman. It was restored in 1960 while keeping old structures intact. For the 750th anniversary of Kalingrad-Koenigsberg, corinthian columns and portraits of Russian writers were added. War actions of 1945 heavily damaged the building which was later reconstructed with Soviet symbols.
Kalingrad Regional Historical and Art Museum
Kaliningrad, Klinicheskaya St, 21
Kalingrad Regional Historical and Art Museum was opened in 1946. Its exhibits cover the region's history from antiquity to present day, including archaeology, military heritage and everyday items. Young artists' works are regularly displayed here. The museum also features artifacts from Kalingrad's first post-war industries. It has branches "Bunker" and "Fort No. 5". Previously located on Gorky Street, it now resides at Clinical Street, house 21. In the museum park there are about thirty sculptures.
Kalingrad Regional Museum of Fine Arts
Kaliningrad, Leninskiy Ave, 83
Kalingrad Regional Museum of Fine Arts is housed in the historical building of the former Königsberg royal exchange designed by architect Heinrich Müller in 1875. The structure is faced with Obernkirchen sandstone and executed in Italian renaissance style with classicist elements. It is supported on 2202 pilings made from Siberian larch and partially situated above water level. Exhibits include collections of Russian and foreign paintings and sculptures. In October 2016 it was decided to relocate the museum to a new building due to issues discovered with the existing structure.
Kalingrad Regional Amber Museum
Kaliningrad, Marshala Vasilevskogo Sq, 1
Kalingrad Regional Museum of Amber is situated on Marshal Vasilevsky Square. One can see reconstructed fragments of the Amber Room and unique collection of amber samples with ancient insects and plants here. The museum is housed in Don Fortress Tower, opened in 1979. More than 30 exhibitions are held annually, including international biennial "Alatyr" since 2004. The total exhibition area amounts to about 1000 sq.m on three floors.
Kalingrad Regional Music Theatre
Kaliningrad, Mira Ave, 132b
Kalingrad Regional Music Theatre is situated at Mira Prospect, 132B. Established by Valery Ivanovich Lysenko in 1992, it has since become an important cultural hub for the region. The theatre's repertoire features operettas, musicals, musical performances and productions of various genres, including classics ("King Lear", "The Storm") and contemporary works ("Lysistrata", "Eclipse"). It is also known for its children's musical shows and musicals.
Kalingrad Regional Puppet Theatre
Kaliningrad, Pobedy Ave, 1a
Kalingrad Regional Puppet Theatre is located at Prospekt Pobedy, 1a. The theatre's building is housed in an historical structure, formerly known as Kirche zur Gedachtnis der Königin Luise, built according to architect Friedrich Heytman’s design between 1899-1901. The main tower features a clock hand. The theatre commenced its operations in 1963 as an amateur studio attached to the drama theatre, becoming a professional ensemble in 1964. Today it is the sole children's professional theatre in the region.
Kaliningrad Regional Youth Theatre "Molodezhny"
Kaliningrad, Teatralnaya St, 19
Kaliningrad Regional Youth Theatre "Molodezhny" is located at Teatralnaya Street, 19 in Kaliningrad. It offers performances of various genres and directions for different age groups. The main direction of the theatre is productions for children and youth, making it an important cultural institution in the region.
Catherdral (Königsberg Cathedral)
Kaliningrad, ul. Kanta, 1, Kant Island
Catholic Cathedral of Kaliningrad situated on Kant Island is one of Russia's oldest Gothic churches founded in 1333. It was built in Baltic Gothic style. Inside lies the grave of great philosopher Immanuel Kant buried in 1804 near the northeastern corner of the building. Despite being severely damaged during an Allied air raid in August 1944 it survived due to this grave. Today it is known as the region's main symbol depicted on commemorative coin. Its concert hall can accommodate up to 700 people.
Cathedral of Christ the Savior
Kaliningrad, Pobedy Sq, 2
Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Kaliningrad is situated on Victory Square. Construction began in 1995 with involvement of Russian President Boris Yeltsin. The cathedral was designed in Vladimir-Suzdal architectural tradition by architect Oleg Kopylov. Upper temple consecration took place in 2006 by Patriarch Alexius II. Inside there is an iconostasis created for the Russian garrison in Memel during the Seven Years' War and transferred from Germany in 1996. Bell tower features 13 bells weighing over 140 tons including the largest bell weighing 14 tons. Cathedral's height is 73 meters.
Church of the Holy Family (Kaliningrad Philharmonic)
Kaliningrad, Bogdana Khmelnitskogo St, 61a
Church of the Holy Family, now Kaliningrad Philharmonic, situated on Bogdan Khmelnytsky Street. Built in 1907 in the neo-gothic style by architect Friedrich Heytman, it suffered during World War II. Since 1980 it's been used as a concert hall where regular organ and chamber music performances take place. Previously, there was a large organ inside the church.
Royal Gates
Kaliningrad, Frunze St, 112
Royal Gates - historical structure in Kaliningrad located at Frunze St., 112. After restoration in 2005 an historical-cultural center "Great Embassy" was opened here. The gates are decorated with statues of kings Friedrich I, Albrecht and Ottokar II Bohemian. Their facades were designed by architect F.A. Stüller. Construction was under the patronage of King of Prussia Friedrich Wilhelm IV, groundbreaking took place on August 30, 1843 according to General E.L. von Aster's project. From the street side there was a guardhouse.
Crestovozdvizhensky Cathedral (Church of the Cross)
Kaliningrad, Generala Pavlova St, 2
The Cross-Raising Cathedral is situated on General Pavlov Street in Kaliningrad. It was formerly a Catholic church that became an Orthodox cathedral after being transferred to the Orthodox community in 1991. The building has the shape of a Greek cross and was constructed with funds from Alstads Church Community. The cathedral suffered little during World War II. It was founded in 1930 and consecrated in 1933. Until 2006 it served as the cathedral of the Kaliningrad Diocese.
Honey Bridge
Kaliningrad, between Kant and October islands
Honey Bridge is located in Kaliningrad, connecting Kant Island with Oktyabrskaya Street. Its first mention dates back to 1542 when a wooden bridge was built under Duke Albrecht's order. The current iron structure was constructed during the period from 1879 to 1882. The name of the bridge is predpolozhitelno associated with the word "hon", meaning mockery or derision.
Bunker Museum
Kaliningrad, Universitetskaya St, 2
The "Bunker" Museum is situated beneath a building on Universitetskaya Street in Kaliningrad. It features an unusual underground exhibition dedicated to the siege of Königsberg in April 1945. Visitors can view five dioramas depicting combat actions, the layout of the German headquarters, and the situation prior to the city's surrender. The museum also provides information about negotiations between Soviet emissaries and garrison commander Otto Lash, culminating in the capitulation of German forces. The site has been designated as a federal cultural monument following its major renovation from 2012 to 2014.
AltesHausMuseum
Kaliningrad, Krasnaya Street, 11, apartment 1
The Altes Haus Museum-Apartment is situated in Kaliningrad at Krasnaya Street, 11, apartment 1. Visitors can view authentic household items from late 19th to early 20th century belonging to the family of Königsberg merchant Gustav Grosman. The exhibition is designed so that exhibits feel like part of the residential interior, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of a city family during that time. Exhibit elements provide an interactive look into the lifestyle of urban residents.
World Ocean Museum
Kaliningrad, Petra Velikogo Emb, 1
The Museum of World Ocean opened in Kaliningrad in 1990. One can see unique submarine "B-413" and space communication ship "Patsayev". In the aquarium hall there are marine shells and corals. The main building features the largest whale skeleton in the country and an observation deck with Fresnel lens. More than half of exhibits are genuine items from ocean research.
Fort No. 5 Museum
Kaliningrad, Bulatova St
The Fort No. 5 Museum is situated in Kaliningrad on Bulatova Street. Construction began in 1878 and was completed by 1886. After reconstruction in 2010 it became an exhibit of the regional historical and art museum. Inside there are exhibits of fortification and military equipment. The water trench around the fort has a width of about 21 meters and a depth of approximately five meters. Previously, the fort was reinforced with logs, barbed wire and mine barriers.
Friedland Gates Museum
Kaliningrad, Dzerzhinskogo St, 30
The Museum "Friedland Gates" is situated in Kaliningrad on Dzerzhinsky Street, 30. This historical building was constructed in the 19th century and once formed part of the city's defensive ring. Today, the museum attracts visitors with its exhibits dedicated to the everyday life of pre-war Königsberg. It offers the program "Pushkin Card" and provides a virtual tour of its halls. The founder of the museum is Alexander Novik.
Lower Pond
Kaliningrad, Nizhny prud
Lower Pond in Kaliningrad is situated along the city's green zone. Originally created in 1256 by the Teutonic Knights, it was initially called "milling" due to a watermill and using water to fill castle moats. Today its length reaches 800 meters with widths ranging from 55 to 90 meters. However, over time the shores were built up, leading to pollution of the pond and turning it into an infection source. An interesting detail is the tragic incident in 1869 when a bridge collapsed during King William I's visit.
1200 Guardsmen Monument
Kaliningrad, Gvardeyskiy Ave, 22a
Monument to 1200 Guardsmen in Kaliningrad — memorial ensemble dedicated to the memory of soldiers from the 11th Guards Army who died during the siege of Königsberg in April 1945. It is situated on Guard Prospect and includes a mass grave, a wall with sixteen bas-reliefs and marble slabs, bronze sculptures "Siege" and "Victory". Eternal flame has been burning at the base of the obelisk since 1960. Nearby there is a chapel of Saint George built in honor of fallen soldiers in 1995.
Alexander Marinesko Monument
Kaliningrad, Embankment of Veterans, Rybnaya Village
On Veterans Embankment, in the area of Fish Village, there stands a bronze statue of Captain Third Rank Alexander Marinesko, Hero of the Soviet Union. The sculptor is Fedor Moroz. The decision to rename the embankment was made in 1990. The monument's base is made of reinforced concrete. The sculpture depicts the achievements of Marinesko who commanded submarine S-13 during World War II. The initiative for installation belongs to historian Victor Gemanov.
Münchhausen Baron's Monument
Kaliningrad, Central Park, Prospekt Pobedy
In Central Park of Kaliningrad there stands a monument to Baron Munchausen created by German master Georg Petau from black metal. The height of the structure is three meters, it is a flat metal plate depicting the baron soaring on a cannonball. The monument was unveiled on June 18, 2005 and is a gift from Baron's native city of Bodenwerder to Kaliningrad.
Vladimir Vysotsky Monument
Kaliningrad, Central Park, Prospekt Pobedy
In Central Park of Kaliningrad, near Prospekt Pobedy, there is a bronze monument to Vladimir Vysotsky. The sculpture about three meters high depicts the poet and actor sitting with a guitar on a low terrace. The monument was opened on July 1, 2006, its author is sculptor Bakhtiyar Saipov. It is installed not far from the Summer Theater, where Kaliningrad concerts by Vysotsky took place.
Immanuel Kant Monument
Kaliningrad, Universitetskaya St
The monument to Immanuel Kant was restored in Kaliningrad in 1992 on University Street. It is a copy of the original statue created by German sculptor Christian Daniel Rauch in the 19th century. The first version of the monument was installed in Koenigsberg in 1864 and moved to Paradeplatz in 1885. After World War II, the original disappeared, and the current monument is an exact replica of the lost sculpture.
Cosmonauts Monument
Kaliningrad, Mira Ave
The monument "Conquerors of Space" is installed on Mira Avenue in Kaliningrad. It commemorates the memory of cosmonauts whose life and career were connected with the region. Among them is Yuri Romanenko, whose school graduation class is marked with a memorial plaque. The composition includes portrait bas-reliefs of Alexei Leonov, Viktor Patsayev and Yuri Romanenko, recalling significant events in the history of space exploration such as the first human spacewalk.
Friedrich Schiller Monument
Kaliningrad, Mira Avenue, near Drama Theatre
Friedrich Schiller's Monument is located in Kaliningrad on Mira Prospect near the Drama Theatre; it was installed in 1910 and features a bronze figure of the poet in an 18th-century costume, standing 3.75 meters tall. The sculpture was created by Königsberg master Stanislaus Kauber and is a federal cultural heritage site. On the pedestal there are inscriptions with the poet's surname and his years of life. Initially, the monument stood near the opera theater, later it was moved to the garden in front of the drama theatre.
Victory Park
Kaliningrad, Gvardeyskiy Ave
Victory Park in Kaliningrad is a memorial complex dedicated to the memory of soldiers who fought in World War II. It features a monument to spies, an Eternal Flame, and a Saint George chapel built on the site of former Ausfal gates. The memorial section also includes a sculpture "Border Guards of All Times". The park was created specifically for veterans and serves as a place to commemorate the heroism of Soviet soldiers.
Kant Sculpture Park Island
Kaliningrad, Immanuel Kant Island
Sculpture Park on Kant Island in Kaliningrad features over a thousand plant species from around the world. It includes well-known works of art such as "Sitting Girl" by Lyubov Kholina and Lev Bukovsky's composition "Beginning of Work Day". There is also an aluminum portrait of Maxim Gorky by Fedorin. The overall theme of the exhibition is "Man and World". The park was opened in 1984 and covers about twelve hectares.
Southern Park
Kaliningrad, Alleya Smelykh St, 2
South Park is situated on the site of former city fortifications of Königsberg. Here there remain bastions, ravelins and fortress walls including Friedland Gates built as early as the beginning of the 20th century. Landscaping of the park was done according to Ernst Schneider's concept "city-garden". Among trees there are beech, oak, chestnut and maple. In the park memorial signs commemorate heroes from Komsomol and pilots who died during the city's storming.
Youth Park
Kaliningrad, Telmana St, 3
Yunost' Park is situated in Kaliningrad at Telmana Street, 3. Established in 1956 near Upper Pond, it features a monument to internationalist soldiers created by Lyudmila Ponomareva and Vladimir Eremeev, officially unveiled in 1998. Previously, there was a cinema called Yunost', which ceased operations in 1970 and subsequently burned down. In the 1980s, tennis courts and a boathouse operated within the park. Since 1992, the park has been a municipal enterprise. It takes about 15-20 minutes on foot from the city center to reach it.
Victory Square
Kaliningrad, Pobedy Sq
Victory Square is the central square of Kaliningrad, previously known as Hanza Platz and Adolf-Hitler Platz. After reconstruction ahead of the city's anniversary they removed Lenin monuments and tribunes. Now it is an important transport hub with Kaliningrad-North railway station nearby. Previously it served as a place for installing statues of political figures but currently it is a spacious area used by locals and tourists.
Submarine B-413
Kaliningrad, Petra Velikogo Emb
Submarine B-413 - unique museum object on Pyotr the Great Embankment in Kaliningrad. Visitors can tour all compartments with authentic equipment and mechanisms. Ship is the only operational submarine-museum of Project 641 in Russia and part of Historical Fleet Embankment of World Ocean Museum. Museum has been recognized as one of the best in Russia according to ratings from TripAdvisor website. Recently, the submarine successfully conducted torpedo firing exercises again.
Rosenthal Gate
Kaliningrad, Marshala Vasilevskogo Sq
Rosegarten Gate in Kaliningrad is situated on Marshal Vasilyevsky Square. Its name originates from the German word "rosgarten" meaning "horse garden". Built in the 18th century, it was originally used to control entry and collect taxes. Architect August Stueler increased the number of passages to seven and added architectural elements. Towers Don and Vrangel provided additional defense. The central part had four meters width; side rooms were intended for guarding. Sculptor Wilhelm Ludwig Sturmer created medallions with portraits of generals Schwarzenhorst and Gneisenau. Cyrillic fragment fixed: garden
Fish Village
Kaliningrad, Oktyabrskaya St, 2-14
Ethnographic and shopping center "Rybnaia Dolgova" in Kaliningrad was recreated in architectural style of old Kyonigsberg. Located on Oktyabrsky Island between Oktyabrskaya Street and Pregoly River, stretching from Medovogo to Vysokogo bridges. Construction began in 2006. Although the complex is named after an old city district, its buildings are modern stylizations rather than historical reconstructions.
St Nikolay Cathedral (Judtten Church)
Kaliningrad, Ul. Tenistaya Alley, 39b
St Nikolay Cathedral, formerly Judithen Kirche, is situated on Shady Alley Street in Kaliningrad. It is the oldest building in the city, founded in 1288, and the first post-war Orthodox structure. The cathedral now belongs to a female monastery and has a rich history: it hosted its first post-war Orthodox service in 1988. Its main treasure is the sculpture "Madonna with Child on a Half-Moon" from the 15th century. The building also served as a fortress due to its strong walls with embrasures. The cathedral's choir is considered one of the best in the city. In 2007, the site was included in the regional cultural heritage list.
Fighting Bison Sculpture
Kaliningrad, Mira Ave
The sculpture "Fighting Bison" is situated on Mira Prospect in Kaliningrad. Two bronze bison figures stand on a high stone pedestal surrounded by a rectangular fountain basin. The composition was created by August Gaule based on sketches made after extensive observations of the animals. It was a gift from the Prussian Ministry of Culture to the city of Koenigsberg and unveiled in 1912. In 2007 it was recognized as an object of regional cultural heritage. Local residents refer to the bison as "Prokuror" and "Advokat".
Tretyakov Gallery Branch in Kaliningrad
Kaliningrad, Paradnaya Emb, 3
The Kaliningrad branch of the State Tretyakov Gallery is situated on the Parade Embankment of Kaliningrad city. The exhibition features over three hundred genuine works of Russian painting and sculpture from the 16th century to the end of the 20th century, as well as individual pieces from the 21st century. A permanent multimedia exposition tells the story of the gallery from its founding by Pavel Tretyakov until present day. The museum includes a public area with an atrium, book salon, café, shop and cinema hall. The opening of the branch took place on June 12, 2025.
Fort No. 11 Denhoff
Kaliningrad, Energetikov St, 12
Fort No. 11 "Dönhoff" — an architectural monument of the 19th century situated in Kaliningrad on Energetikov Street. It is one of the best preserved forts of Königsberg surrounded by a water ditch. Tourists can visit underground casernes and fort galleries. The object is under protection by a private enterprise to prevent looting. In the future new exhibitions and craft workshops are planned to be opened.
Friedrichsburg Gates (Lodeyny Dvor)
Kaliningrad, Portovaya St, 39
Friedrichsburg Gates, a branch of the Museum of the World Ocean, are situated on Portovaya Street in Kaliningrad. Inside the building there is a shipyard and an historical-cultural center "Shipbuilding Resurrection". Visitors are attracted by the opportunity to see wooden ships construction and a collection of traditional boats, among which stands out the donkey kayak. Architecture includes a barrel vault in the central passage and a cross vault in the side casemates. Notable in the site's history is the detention of Lieutenant York in 1779.
Храм Покрова Пресвятой Богородицы (кирха Розенау)
Kaliningrad, Klavy Nazarovoy St, 24
The Church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, previously known as Rosenau Kirche, is situated at Klavy Nazaryova Street, 24 in Kaliningrad. Built in 1914, it was transferred to the Russian Orthodox Church in 1990 and consecrated in 1992. Three white doors of the portal symbolize the Holy Trinity while its exterior is painted red and green representing love and hope. Inside there remain elements recalling the Lutheran past of the building. A document with a request to descendants was hidden by builders inside the spire during construction. Despite wartime actions, the structure miraculously survived until today.
Christ's Birth Cathedral (Ponarz Church)
Kaliningrad, Kievskaya St, 75
The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Kaliningrad, located on Kievskaya Street, was formerly the neo-gothic Ponaurt church. The building is constructed from burnt brick and features an asymmetrical composition. flysplays divide the facades, windows are adorned with lacy ornaments. The bell tower is offset relative to the longitudinal axis of the structure. After transferring the church, the space under the embolos was filled with bricks, creating side rooms. The interior includes a new permanent iconostasis and a single-sided embolos previously separated by an annex.
St. Adalbert's Church
Kaliningrad, Pobedy Ave, 41
Saint Adalbert Church in Kaliningrad was built in 1904 by architect Friedrich Heytman. The chapel is situated on Prospekt Pobedy and is known for its excellent urban planning position - its tower was easily visible from afar. In 1932 additional structures with pointed windows and modern portal were added to the building. After facades renovation in February 2023 the church again appeared before city dwellers in full splendor.
Holy Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Kaliningrad, Aleksandra Nevskogo St, 8
The Church of Saint Alexander Nevsky is located in Kaliningrad on Aleksandr Nevsky Street. Construction began in 2008 with the laying of the first stone, and the small consecration took place in November 2013 by Patriarch Kirill of Moscow. The church can accommodate about nine hundred people and has five domes. Its design was developed by architect Aleksey Musin. It is one of the new Orthodox churches in the city.
Central Park of Culture and Rest
Kaliningrad, Pobedy Ave, 1
Central Park of Culture and Rest in Kaliningrad is situated on Pobeda Prospect near Victory Square. There is a puppet theater in the building of former Kirche memorial to Queen Luise built from 1899 to 1901. In the park there are monuments to Baron Munchausen and Vladimir Vysotsky. Previously called "Louizewald", it belonged to the royal Prussian family until 1914 when it was transferred to the city. The park also hosted the coronation of King William I in 1861.
Jubileiny Bridge
Kaliningrad, Rybnaya Derevnia
Jubilee Bridge in Kaliningrad connects October Street and Epronovskaya Street across Pregolyah River. Its design was developed by architect Alexander Bashin and implemented as part of the "Fish Village" complex. The bridge is pedestrian, equipped with lacy lamps and metal fencing. The central span can be raised from a separate building within minutes. Construction took two months for the city's jubilee anniversary in 2005. The mechanism was manufactured in Saint Pyotrsburg.
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