Sackheim, Medieval quarter in Kaliningrad, Russia
Sackheim is an eastern district with a preserved city gate at the intersection of Moscow Avenue and Lithuanian Wall Street. The area also houses a Centre of Standardisation and Metrology featuring laboratories and displays of antique measuring instruments.
The quarter began as a Prussian farming settlement before 1255 and later became a suburb of Königsberg Castle. By 1578, it had gained its own court seal and developed into an independent settlement.
The quarter housed different religious communities, with Lutheran, Catholic, and Lithuanian churches serving distinct populations in the same area. Visitors today can sense this spiritual diversity through the architectural remains scattered across the neighborhood.
The district is best explored on foot, as the main features like the gate and museum centre are relatively close together. It helps to focus on the eastern streets to make sure you see the main points of interest.
The quarter's coat of arms displayed the Lamb of God with a red standard on a green field, marking its independent status. This symbol set it apart from other Königsberg districts and reflected its distinct legal position.
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