Lithuania

The original 20 members of the Council of Lithuania after signing the Act of Independence of Lithuania, 16 February 1918

Lituanica above New York in 1933. The transatlantic flight was one of the most precise in aviation history. It equaled, and in some aspects surpassed, Charles Lindbergh's classic flight.

Lithuanian police cruiser in Gediminas Avenue, Vilnius

A1 motorway near Kaunas

Kruonis Pumped Storage Plant

Vilnius University Life Sciences Center in the Sunrise Valley

Romuva Cinema, the oldest still operational cinema in Lithuania

Rock band Antis, which under firm censorship actively mocked the Soviet Union regime by using metaphors in their lyrics, during an Anti-Sovietism, Anti-communism concert in 1987

Baltic amber was once a valuable trade resource. It was transported from the region of modern-day Lithuania to the Roman Empire and Egypt through the Amber Road.

Lithuania Travel Guide

Continent: Europe

Region: Northern Europe

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Lithuania Travel Essentials

"Legends Living, Unfolding Futures"

Lithuania Tourism

Lithuania, a nation of legends and lore, welcomes travelers with its rich heritage and enchanting landscapes. Vilnius, the capital, boasts baroque splendor and a vibrant artistic scene. Its Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, beckons with Gothic architecture and charming courtyards.

Trakai Island Castle floats upon tranquil waters, a symbol of medieval grandeur. The Hill of Crosses stands as a testament to resilience and spirituality. Festivals like Joninės celebrate Lithuania's agricultural roots with dancing, singing, and colorful wreaths. In Lithuania, echoes of the past intertwine with the pulse of the present, creating a tapestry of history and culture.