Hello. I wanted to share our visit to the ancient ruins and old fortresses of the Liepāja region. Liepāja is a city on the western coast of Latvia, by the sea. It has existed for centuries and has an important port. People call it the "city of winds" because it is always windy here. With the cool waves of the Baltic Sea and its beautiful beaches, it is a fantastic place. We enjoyed the stunning views, listened to the music of the wind and heard the sound of the sea. It's hard to imagine what happens here during a storm, but fortunately the weather was calm and the photos turned out great even in the dark. From above the view is extraordinary. Each angle reveals a new beautiful sight.
People often come here to watch the sea. These places feel like "power spots". You can feel the enchanting power of the Baltic Sea here. The water is so clear and turquoise that it almost pulls you in. While the waves crash on the shore, a warm breeze blows, making the atmosphere even more magical.
While we were trying to capture the beauty of the sea in photos, we also enjoyed the view. The reflection of sunlight on the water is amazing and the clarity and color of the sea are mesmerizing. A little crow caught our attention nearby, butterflies flew by and as we walked through the bushes, we could feel the richness of nature around us.
Wandering among the old fortresses and pine trees shaped by the wind, it's possible to witness the history of these places. One gets lost in the magic of these natural beauties and the soothing sound of the Baltic Sea. I hope everyone gets a chance to visit Liepāja and see these wonders for themselves.
By the way we came across a mural with various figures on it. The sounds of nature here, the chirping of birds and the sounds of crickets were like a symphony. Everything we encountered along the way was fascinating. It seems like it's possible to head towards the sea from here too.
Once upon a time they built huge fortresses in Karosta and other parts of Liepāja to protect the city from enemies. But just 10 years after these fortresses were built, in November 1908, they were decommissioned due to poor planning. Some of the cannons were moved to another fortress, while others were melted down. They even tried to blow up the fortresses twice to completely destroy them.
However, some places that couldn’t be blown up are still standing. Today you can see places made for old cannons, underground chambers and powder depots inside these fortresses. There are also large and colorful paintings on the fortress walls.
In the distance there is a narrow path, a real discovery route. When we reached the top of the hill, we were met with incredible views. In some areas the paths were blocked. But we stubbornly continued to find new ways. We wandered through the elevated paths, being careful as some parts were dangerous. The old defense structures of the fortresses are very impressive. History is alive here.
We asked someone along the way "Where can we find amber?" The answer was that no one really knew for sure. We continued our exploration among the trees and along the shore and our pockets filled with stones we had collected. My friend even asked a police officer about amber. But we still hadn't found any. In fact, we were so absorbed by the beauty of nature that we even forgot to eat.
A bit further ahead, we found a quiet cove. We thought about taking a break there to rest and eat. Leaving the shore was hard, as everything we saw was so captivating: a fallen tree, light rain falling and the gentle waves of the sea... At one point my friend found a large bone and we wondered who it belonged to.
The view from every angle was breathtaking, with reflections on the water, distant waves and the tranquility of nature transporting you to another world. These places are perfect for finding peace. The crystal-clear, turquoise waters of the Baltic Sea draw you in. While walking around the peaceful coves of Liepāja, it’s easy to encounter a new beauty at every turn. These spots are real natural wonders.
Yes we finally sat down somewhere. We had a bit of food at the cove, rested and then continued our walk. The area is well-preserved. Cars are not allowed in the parts with old fortresses, so people can enjoy the sea freely. On our way back, we decided to take the upper path, which seemed easier. The views along the way were magnificent, with bulging landscapes, as if straight out of a painting. The sea view from the heights was particularly stunning.
As we walked time seemed to fly. Suddenly it was 2:30 pm and our bus was at 7:00. We had initially planned to walk around the city center too, but there wasn’t enough time left for that. It felt like we would miss something, as we'd only seen one part of the city. But the nature here is so captivating that it’s hard to think about anything else.
The local pine trees shaped by the wind were fascinating. Walking along the trails was a joy in itself. The wind would sometimes soften, then pick up again. The sea looked calm today, but its power could still be felt. One of our friends mentioned that this place could be dangerous because the sea seems to pull you in.
Along the coast we came across interesting defense structures, triangular and polygonal breakwaters. I had heard that these were used to reduce the impact of waves and protect the coastline. But they also looked like works of art.
We continued along the shore, passing through a special area and heading toward the public transport stops. The wind was very strong, but the breeze between the breakwaters was gentler and it felt a bit warmer. This place is very impressive: the power of nature, the traces of history and peace all in one.
