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Königsberg was a German and Prussian port city on the Baltic Sea, founded in 1255 by the Teutonic Knights. It is now Kaliningrad, Russia, and has a rich and diverse history and culture, influenced by Lithuania, Poland, and Germany.
Königsberg remained the coronation city of the Prussian monarchy, though the capital was moved to Berlin in 1701. From 1454 to 1455, the city under the name of Królewiec belonged to the Kingdom of Poland, and from 1466 to 1657 it was a Polish fief. Königsberg was the easternmost large city in Germany until World War II.
Aug 17, 2024 · Kaliningrad is a Russian exclave on the Baltic Sea, formerly known as Königsberg, the capital of East Prussia. Learn about its history, geography, culture, and attractions from Britannica's editors.
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Kaliningrad is a city in western Russia, formerly known as Königsberg, the capital of East Prussia. It was founded in 1255, rebuilt after World War II, and is the seat of the University of Kaliningrad and the birthplace of Immanuel Kant.
Kaliningrad is the capital of Kaliningrad Oblast in Russia and the former Prussian city of Königsberg. Learn about its history, climate, visa requirements, transport and attractions.
