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 The small town of Sitka has one of the richest and oldest histories in Alaska. It began 8,000 years ago when the Tlingit Indians set up a village on the very same shores. Since then, it has been everything from the capital of Russian Alaska to a WWII naval base. Today, the small fishing village mostly caters to tourists. However, remnants of its past are everywhere with 22 national historic sites and areas with well-preserved Russian architecture.
The culture of the Tlingit descendents who still live in the village today blends with the remaining Russian heritage and natural beauty to create a town full of charm and character. Sitka is an exceptional location for wildlife viewing due to the temperate climate and low human population. Bald eagles are familiar residents in the Sitka skies. You can even get up close and personal to the majestic birds in the Alaska Raptor Center.
 Other natural wonders of Sitka include the stunning black sand beaches of Kruzof Island, and Mt. Edgecumbe, the dormant volcano that looms over the town. If you’d rather sit back and relax, take it all in with a relaxing soak in the natural hot springs only a few miles south of town.
Sitka truly represents Alaska at its best; a blend of cultures, incredible scenery and pure relaxation. Give in to the lure of tranquility and surround yourself with the beauty of Alaska.
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