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Visaginas, Lithuania: a unique city of nuclear energy
Visaginas is a city located in northeastern Lithuania, about 160 kilometers from the capital Vilnius. The city is known for its unique history and function, which was specially designed and built to serve the Ignalina nuclear power plant. Founded in 1975 as a Soviet-era nuclear industry city, Visaginas was originally named Sniečkus in honor of the Lithuanian Communist Party leader.
Demographic and cultural characteristics
Visaginas is one of the most multicultural cities in Lithuania. Since it was originally built to house nuclear power plant employees and their families, it attracted professionals from all over the Soviet Union (especially Russia, Belarus and Ukraine). As a result, Russian is the most commonly spoken language in the area, ethnic Russians make up the majority of the population, and the cityscape and cultural atmosphere are significantly different from other Lithuanian cities.
Economy and future development
Following the closure of the Ignalina nuclear power plant in 2009, Visaginas' economy faced major challenges. The city began to seek a transformation, focusing on information technology, logistics and tourism. Currently, the city attracts tourists with its peaceful natural surroundings (adjacent to scenic areas such as Lake Druksey) and unique Soviet-era architecture. In the future, discussions about a new nuclear power plant or alternative energy projects will remain a central theme in the development of Visaginas.
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