Vilnius, Lithuania – the unpretentious Baltic Capital
— with an Old Town core having the intimate feel of a large village. Beautiful parks and green spaces comprise nearly half of the city’s land area, further enhancing the pleasant walkability factor. Eclectic architectural styles abound —including Gothic, Renaissance & Neo-Classic—but it’s claim to fame is derived from possessing the most Baroque Architecture of any Central or Eastern European Old Town.
Plentiful dining, drinking and nightlife options available — many in the typically exuberant Eastern European mode.
Deservingly designated as a European Capital of Culture in 2009 — along with the Old Town’s inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1994.
Bottom Line = Vilnius, along with its picturesque environs, is a Baltic Experience not to be missed!
Vilnius Cathedral Square
View from Vilnius Cathedral Bell Tower
Vilnius – Old Town Street
Bernardine Gardens – Vilnius
Church of St. Catherine – Vilnius
“Republic of Užupis” IN Vilnius
Vilnius Panoramic Overlook
Didzioji Street – Vilnius Old Town’s main street
Uzupis Neighborhood
KGB Prison – in the Museum of Genocide Victims in Vilnius
Three Crosses (Lithuanian: Trys kryžiai) hilltop monument in Vilnius
A popular specialty – Pig’s Ear dinner with ham, chunks, mushrooms, etc…
Trakai Island Castle – nearby Vilnius
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VagaBob – 20/08/2016
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