Kopgalis, Maritime peninsula in Klaipeda, Lithuania
Kopgalis is a peninsula that extends into the Baltic Sea and marks the northern entrance to Klaipeda port. The area features a major museum housed in a historic fort, which contains multiple exhibits about marine life and regional seafaring.
The peninsula gained military importance in the 13th century when the Teutonic Knights built fortifications to control the maritime access to the region. The fort structure that remains today still shapes the character of this location.
The Maritime Museum tells the story of fishing and sailing traditions through exhibits that show how local life has always connected with the sea. Visitors can see how traditional crafts and practices developed from the region's long relationship with maritime work.
The peninsula is easily accessible by bus from central Klaipeda, with more frequent connections during warmer months. Parking areas are available on site, making a visit by car convenient.
The museum houses a dolphinarium with Baltic grey seals and Black Sea bottlenose dolphins that participate in international marine research. These animals offer visitors a direct look at the marine life of the region.
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