Old Town of Vilnius

Old Town of Vilnius

Attraction Introduction

Vilnius is an inland Baltic city surrounded by wooded mountains and gully regions. It is located at the confluence of the Neris and Vilnia Rivers, occupying the basin formed by the meeting of these two rivers. The city was founded in the 10th century and historically served political, cultural, and religious functions. It is now the capital of Lithuania.

Highlights

Vilnius was the political center of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania from the 13th to the late 18th century and had a profound influence on the cultural and architectural development of many Eastern European countries. Despite invasions and partial destruction, it remains impressively intact, preserving Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture.

Vilnius, Lithuania