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This is a list of 12 more European city breaks. It continues the previous list of 10 European city breaks. The list is purely alphabetical, and you...
Everything from Lithuania
Lithuania, the southernmost of the three Baltic states, lies on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea. Its landscape is mostly flat, with numerous lakes and forests. The country has a population of approximately 2.8 million. The capital and largest city is Vilnius, known for its well-preserved Baroque old town.
Historically, Lithuania was once the largest state in Europe during the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. After centuries of union with Poland and annexation by the Russian Empire, it was forcibly incorporated into the Soviet Union before regaining independence in 1990. A member of the EU and NATO, modern Lithuania has a rapidly growing economy focused on technology and manufacturing. It is known for its strong basketball culture and rich history of folk traditions.
Lithuania is a country in the region Sandalsand has defined as North and Central Europe. There are introductions to this region and other regions in the Destinations menu.
Pictures from Lithuania
This collection of pictures from Lithuania is the result of a trip to its capital city of Vilnius. Feel free to browse them as you like. If you look...
World Heritage #0541 – Vilnius Historic Centre
The Lithuanian capital of Vilnius has managed to keep an extraordinary combination of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and classical architecture. The...
Vilnius: The capital of Lithuania
Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania is an easy-going city. It has a pleasant old centre highly acclaimed by the World Heritage Committee. Also, it has...
Poland and the Baltic Countries – an introduction
Four World Heritage Sites in four capitals of four countries in eight days. That was my plan for the Baltic countries. It seemed possible, but I was...
