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Vilnius
Located in the Southeast of
Lithuania at the confluence of
the Neris and Vilnia Rivers,
Vilnius is the capital of, and largest city in,
the country.
As of
2005,
the city had a population of 553,904.
At 1.4 square miles (3.6 km2), Vilnius includes one of the largest old towns in
Europe. There are nearly 1,500
buildings in the old town, and although the city is widely regarded as a Baroque
city, the architecture encompasses Gothic, Renaissance and other styles as well
as Baroque.
Three locations to be on the look out for when you visit Vilnius are:
- Gediminas Tower - This is the only remaining part of the Vilnius Castle
complex
(Lithuanian: Vilniaus piliu kompleksas or Vilniaus pilys), parts
of which date back to 1409. Gediminas Tower is a very much a symbol of Vilnius and the Lithuanian
nation, being depicted on the national currency, mentioned in numerous patriotic poems,
and songs, and having been the site in
1988
where the Lithuanian flag was raised during the early stages of the modern independence movement.
- Cathedral Square (Lithuanian: Katedros aikšte)
- Like Gediminas Tower, Cathedral Square is also very much a symbol of
Lithuania. The site is also a popular location for street
fairs, parades, concerts, etc.
- Vilnius TV Tower (Lithuanian: Vilniaus televizijos bokštas) -
This distinctive tower, standing 1071 feet (326.5 meters) tall
is the tallest building in Lithuania. It was at this site that
14 unarmed civilians lost their lives, and approximately 700 more injured, when they tried
to prevent the Soviet military seizing control of the tower (in an attempt to surpress the
Lithuanian independence movement)
on January 13th
1991.
Today there is a museum to these events on the ground floor of the tower, and the
"Paukšciu takas" (Lithuanian for "Milky Way")
cafe on the rotating observation deck, 520 feet (160 meters) above ground level. Additionally, for braver
souls, bungee jumps are available to the public from the roof of the observation deck!
Here is the weather forecast for Vilnius:
Here are some posters of Vilnius:
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Gedimino Bell Tower and Cathedral, Vilnius, Lithuania
12" X 9"
Photographic Print
Artist: Peter Adams.
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Trakai Island and Castle Nr. Vilnius, Lithuania
12" X 9"
Photographic Print
Artist: Peter Adams.
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Traditional Boat and Trakai Castle, Trakai, Near Vilnius, Lithuania, Baltic States
12" X 9"
Photographic Print
Artist: Gary Cook.
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Gate of Dawn, Vilnius, Lithuania, Baltic States, Europe
9" X 12"
Photographic Print
Artist: Gary Cook.
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Map of Vilnius, Lithuania, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun
24" X 18"
Giclee Print
Artist: Joris Hoefnagel.
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Wall Decorated with Teapot and Cobbled Street in the Old Town, Vilnius, Lithunia
12" X 9"
Photographic Print
Artist: Keren Su.
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Here are some books about Vilnius:
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By Blaze Travel Guides
Blaze Travel Guides
Released: 2011-03-07
Kindle Edition (45 pages)
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The routes, maps, stats, and cultural information you need to safely - and happily - go running in Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius, the capitals of Europe's Baltic States. This guide now comes with an active travel addendum for cyclists! Brought to you by Blaze Travel Guides, an international publisher of guides for active travelers. Discover more great running routes, cycling tips, and trip adventures at our Amazon store or on our website at http://www.blazetravelguides.org |
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By Blaze Travel Guides
Blaze Travel Guides
Released: 2010-08-10
Kindle Edition
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The routes, maps, stats, and cultural information you need to safely - and happily - run Lithuania's capital. Brought to you by Blaze Travel Guides, an international publisher of electronic guides for active travelers. Discover more great runs and destinations at our Amazon store or on our website at http://www.blazetravelguides.org. |
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By E Locken
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The perfect traveling companion, Travel Journal Vilnius, Lithuania is newly redesigned for holidaymakers and reflective travellers alike. It includes diary, budget planner, activity planner, packing checklist and other useful aids to help you record and remember every aspect of your trip. This travel journal is an amazing way to record your trip, allowing you to look back on it for years to come. |
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By Offbeat Guides
Offbeat Guides
Released: 2010-11-02
Kindle Edition (56 pages)
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Offbeat Guides creates personalized, up-to-date travel guides that cover over 30,000 travel destinations worldwide using a combination of search technology and curation by both amateur and professional travel experts. |
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By Neil Taylor
Bradt Travel Guides
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Fully up-to-date coverage of the capital cities of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and the Russian state of Kaliningrad. Includes city plans, sightseeing, walking tours, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, plus getting to and between the countries.
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By Ruta Sevo
Ruta Sevo
Released: 2011-02-10
Kindle Edition (102 pages)
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A novel.
Old Europe. Vilnius is just recovering from Soviet occupation. A scientist travels to the country of his parents and digs into the stories and numbers of the Holocaust and Gulag. His personal world begins to fall apart. Things happen that he cannot explain. Someone is leaving strange drawings in his apartment. Why? A story of travel, family, and loss. Art by Tadas Gutauskas (www.tadasgutauskas.lt). 40 photo illustrations. Cover design by Holly Russell (www.hrphotographics.com). |
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By Carolyn Bain & George Dunford
Lonely Planet
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Nobody knows Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania like Lonely Planet. Our 5th edition has all you need to plan a trip to these three fascinating countries - lose yourself in medieval Tallinn, test your adrenalin-sport limits in Gauja National Park, or party with the locals in festival-heavy Vilnius.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
In This Guide:
Features interviews with locals, including the former president of Latvia.
Includes full-color sections featuring highlights and the best outdoor activities
Unique Green Index for easy reference to the most sustainable options.
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By Neil Taylor
Bradt Travel Guides
Paperback (224 pages)
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The Baltic capital cities of Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, and Kaliningrad offer a range of attractions that appeal to both tourists and business travelers to the region. Located within easy reach of each other, they are ideal for a multi-center trip or individually for that unusual short break while in Europe. Getting the most out of a short stay couldn't be simpler using this selection of the best sightseeing, accommodations, and restaurant options in all four cities. Walking tours, city plans, and half-day excursions make it easy for independent travelers to compile their own itinerary. A background to history and culture, and essential words and phrases in four languages are included. Compiled by Baltic States specialists, this guide ensures that visitors have all the essentials for an inspiring city stay.
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By Globetrotter
Globetrotter
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"Globetrotter's The Best of Series" provides an attractive, handy pocket guide to popular destinations. The book features well-presented, to-the-point sections on the highlights of the city, places of interest, activities, accommodation, where to eat out, entertainment and excursions. It features travel tips, a general index and also a separate index for the places of interest. Each entry is cross referenced with the fold-out maps.The Highlights chapter features an introduction to each of the 20 featured highlights, information on location, contact details, opening hours, entry fees and tour details. The Sightseeing chapter features historic buildings, galleries and museums, parks and gardens, with contact details, opening hours, and entry fees for each featured site. The Activities chapter features sports, activities, suggested routes for walking tours and organized tours, while the Shopping chapter covers shops and markets. Accommodation includes listings by area and price category. Eating out covers the cuisine of the region, as well as listings of suggested venues by area and price. Entertainment includes nightlife, music, theatre, festivals, casinos, pubs and clubs, and spectator sports. Excursions include transport options, distance, contact details and highlights. A Travel Tips section handles everything from transport and money to personal safety and etiquette. |
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