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Must-see in Lithuania
Vilnius Old Town & Užupis
Wander through one of Europe's largest surviving medieval old towns, featuring cobblestone alleys, stunning Baroque churches, and the bohemian, self-proclaimed Republic of Užupis.
Trakai Island Castle
Visit a 14th-century red-brick fortress perched on an island in Lake Galvė, surrounded by tranquil waters and traditional Karaite pastry houses.
Hill of Crosses (Kryžių Kalnas)
Experience a deeply spiritual, hauntingly beautiful pilgrimage site covered with more than 100,000 crosses, crucifixes, and statues of all sizes.
Local food to try in Lithuania
Šaltibarščiai (Cold Beet Soup)
A vibrant, chilled magenta soup made from beets, kefir, and cucumbers, served with warm roasted potatoes.
Cepelinai (Zeppelins)
Hearty, oval-shaped grated potato dumplings stuffed with spiced minced meat or curd, smothered in sour cream and crispy bacon bits.
Šakotis
A striking, branch-like spit cake baked on a rotating spit over an open flame, slightly crisp on the outside and tender inside.
Practical tips for Lithuania
- Lithuania uses the Euro (€); contactless card payments are widely accepted almost everywhere, though keeping a few coins for public restrooms or markets is handy.
- Public transit in major cities like Vilnius and Kaunas is cheap and efficient—download the Trafi app for easy real-time routes and mobile ticket purchases.
- Cobblestone streets dominate the old towns, so pack sturdy flat walking shoes, and always remember to remove your shoes when entering a local's home.
Fun fact about Lithuania
Lithuania is the only country in the world with an official national scent, called 'the Scent of Lithuania' (Lietuvos kvapas), capturing notes of wildflowers, raspberry, lilac, and cedarwood!