Kaliningrad has many interesting places related to the history of Königsberg. One of them is the territory of the former Poyenter estate, built at the end of the 18th century, which was once surrounded by a large square. Now here is the central park of Kaliningrad, immersed in the greenery of old trees. Here you can walk along an alley seated with blue spruces. Wander in the shade of centuries-old trees, relax your soul. And most importantly, to be alone with nature in the heart of a large modern city.
Green charm
At any time of the year, the Kaliningrad Central Park will meet you in a new guise. Summer will be enveloped in the warm soaring air, noise and din of kids who want to ride the rides, the hustle of idle vacationers. Early autumn will surprise red scarlet carved leaves of maple. Winter will give silver sparkling sparkle of snowdrifts, ringing skates on the rink. Blooming spring will enchant with the multi-colored magnificence of rhododendrons and fresh green of old trees.
From the estate, the park itself, an old German church, a park stream, a bridge over it, the rotunda of Queen Elizabeth and, brought from the Rominten Forest, the wooden hunting castle of Chancellor William II, have been preserved. All this causes some sadness over the days gone by in summer, but the noise of the rides and children's laughter will remind you that life goes on.
Park history
The central park begins its history in Kaliningrad from the end of the 18th century, when it was part of a noble estate. He had several owners, including school adviser C. Busolt, who went down in the history of the city by giving the name of this park “Luisenval” (chosen by Louise) in honor of his wife Louise. In 1809, the manor for more than a hundred years became the summer residence of the Prussian king.
Queen Louise liked to walk in the park. It was with her that the name of the park was associated. For her, a small wooden house was built here, in which she stayed during her visits. King William I was here. Due to the fact that the city was being built, the Queen's house was outside the park. William II in 1914 presented the park to the city.
Near the Kaliningrad Central Park was an old cemetery, which was called Third Alstadstoye. It was combined with the park into a single complex. This happened after World War II.
Queen Louise's Church
The church building, located in the central park of Kaliningrad, was designed by the German architect F. Heitmann in 1901. During the Second World War, the building was very badly damaged and was going to be demolished in the early 60s. The Soviet architect Yu. Vaganov literally saved him by developing a project for the puppet theater, which was based on the dilapidated building of the church.
After restoration, the appearance of the church was left unchanged, and a complete redevelopment was made inside, which corresponded to the requirements of a modern theater. The first floor is an exhibition room, and on the second there are auditoriums. The building is an adornment of Kaliningrad, the central park and is an organic link between the past and the present.
sights
The main attraction of the park are old trees planted more than two hundred years ago, which are the natural and main decoration and decoration, against which all the attractions of the park appear in all charm.
An old dilapidated half-gondola arbor gives a unique charm to the Kaliningrad Central Park. It was made by the outstanding German sculptor K. Rauch, the author of the famous equestrian monument to Frederick the Great in Berlin, the monument to I. Kant in Königsberg and many others. Once upon a time the bower of Queen Louise and the colonnade adorned the gazebo, but they were irretrievably lost.
In the central park of culture and rest of the city of Kaliningrad, a stream flows through which an old bridge spans, nearby is a stone staircase that rises to a hill. All this together creates an amazing landscape that is fanned with peace and antiquity.
There are two fountains in the park, one of which is made especially for children. It resembles the Peterhof “Joker”, the whole secret of which is hidden tiles, which, when accidentally pressed, creates a spray effect, which leads children and adults alike to indescribable delight.
Monuments
An original and original monument to Freicherr (Baron) K. Munchausen was erected in the Central Park of Culture and Leisure of Kaliningrad, whose name has become a household name and means an amazing storyteller of all kinds of incredible stories and tales about being in service in Russia. He became a character in books by several authors. A lot of feature films and animated films were shot about him. The monument is a gift from the inhabitants of the German city of Bodenweden, which they made for the anniversary of the city.
Another monument, erected in the central park of culture of Kaliningrad, is dedicated to the famous Soviet poet and actor V. Vysotsky. Residents of Kaliningrad believe that he held his last concert in their city. Almost every Russian citizen knows his poems and songs. They were the anthem of more than one generation of Soviet and Russian citizens.
Infused with charm and tenderness is a small monument to a small forest fairy on a magic mushroom. Under this touching statue, set not so long ago, is encased in a "time capsule", which will need to be opened in 2028. This small composition attracts the attention of visitors to the Kaliningrad Central Park.
Open summer stage
By the anniversary of the city, the summer stage has been restored and opened, on which various cultural events are held. Here are the World Festival "Kaliningrad City Jazz", various concerts, festivals, dance competitions, theme nights.
