Streets and squares in Vilnius

Q: What architectural styles are represented in the temples of Vilnius?

Vilnius is called the city of contrasts due to the mixture of architectural styles. The Church of St. Anna, built in the XV century, is a masterpiece of late Gothic, and the Baroque ensemble of the Church of St. Peter and Paul is decorated with more than 2000 sculptures. The architecture of the Cathedral traces elements of classicism and neoclassicism.

Q: Where to go in Vilnius with children for an interesting family holiday?

Take your children to the Toy Museum, which contains a collection of more than 2000 exhibits of the XIX-XX centuries. Vilnius Zoo, founded in 1938, offers rare species of animals. For active recreation, Vingis Park with playgrounds and picnic areas is suitable.

Q: Where in Vilnius to take beautiful photos with the atmosphere of the old city?

The best photo zones are located on the Town Hall Square with its classic architecture and fountain. Literatu Street, decorated with art objects and mosaics, will become a bright background for pictures. Do not miss the terrace of the Church of St. John, from where the panorama of the Old City opens.

Q: What legends are associated with the sights of Vilnius?

According to legend, the founder of the city, Prince Gediminas saw in a dream an iron wolf on the top of the hill, which became a sign for the construction of the castle. The Church of St. Anne is surrounded by legends that Napoleon wanted to move it to Paris. Piles Street holds stories of medieval merchants and artisans.

Q: What little-known but unique places are worth visiting in Vilnius?

Discover the Republic of Užupis, a region of artists with its own constitution and symbols. The Amber Museum presents rare specimens of the Baltic gem. Take a look at the Church of St. Casimir, where unique frescoes and an altar of the XVII century are preserved.

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Gidemin Avenue

Gedimina Avenue is the central street of Vilnius, its main highway with a length of 1.7 km. Interestingly, traffic along the centr …

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Literatu Street

The narrow and short street of Literatu is one of the oldest in Vilnius. Back in the early 19th century, there were many bookstore …

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Cathedral Square

The Cathedral Square (old name: Gedimin Square) is the main square of Vilnius, located in the historical center of the city near t …

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Gediminas Avenue and nearby

In the middle of the XIX century, after the St. Petersburg – Warsaw railway was laid, the rapid development of Vilnius began. Next …

Town Hall Square

Town Hall Square is one of the oldest squares in Vilnius. Located in the old town, in the historical center of the Lithuanian capi …

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Excursions Vilnius (22)

Sightseeing tour of old Vilnius

Vilnius is beautiful and poetic, it has an ancient history, disposing to tell legends and to create elegant descriptions. Here si …

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Vilnius from the Middle Ages to the present day. (walking and car tour)

Vilnius is not only the Old Town, it does not end. behind a defensive wall or the Neris River. Vilnius covers an area of about 400 …

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Vilnius New Year's Tale

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Beer marathon in Vilnius

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