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What you will visit:
Juodkrantė (Black Shore)Once located on the Baltic Sea shore, this tiny town of 720 people, the oldest fishermen's village on the Spit, was moved to its current location in the early 17th century in an effort to escape the shifting sand dunes and looming Black Death. A wealth of amber was discovered in the 1860s, and the area thrived under the mining operations employed to extract the fossilized treasure. Now Juodkrantė is a charming resort town, known for its classic red brick Evangelical Lutheran church, its sculpture gardens.

Witches Hill
Witches Hill earned its name from the pagan celebrations that take place among the tranquil pines during the Midsummer's Eve Festival. The forest trails are home to 80 exquisitely hand-carved wooden sculptures, each created by regional artists and depicting the folk and pagan characters of local legend. Each of the intricate carvings has its own story to tell, brought to life by knowledgeable, English-speaking guides.

What you will see along the way:
A short but informative drive through Klaipeda reveals a glimpse into the history of Lithuania, including the time spent under Soviet rule.

Photo Opportunity:
The 98-kilometer gracefully curving arc of the Curonian Spit separates the fresh waters of the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea and is shared by both Russia and Lithuania. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 2000, it is now home to many species of birds, elk and deer. Before returning to Klaipeda drive towards the sea to photograph the long honey colored shores, awarded the Blue Flag and considered best on the coast of the Baltic Sea.

Shopping:
The nearby boutique sells similar amber treasures and there is ample time to shop to your heart's content.