From the first time Lithuania was mentioned in historical chronics in 1009 till nowadays it lived through glory and fame to slavery and even genocide. Today it is small independent state in East Europe, member of European Union and NATO, while in the end of fourteenth century Lithuania was the largest country in Europe, later it had one Republic with Poland, was part of Russian empire for more than one century, again independent between two World Wars, after that occupied by Soviets for 50 years, and again independent from 1990. People of different periods, cultures, religions, languages and thoughts made a lot of impact to what Lithuania is today. Interesting historical heritage can be observed in architecture, various cities, castles, churches and other buildings. Information and various objects are preserved and exposed for public in museums, galleries and other places.
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 Military heritage of Lithuania covers period of 1.000 years. Most of the objects are from the very last centuries - such as World War II and Soviet times. Lithuania was one of the strategical places of Soviet Union as it was on the most Western border of it. During World War II Lithuania for several times was as a front line between Soviets and Nazis
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 During centuries pilgrimage in Lithuania has developed a lot. There are some places in Lithuania well attended by believers from all over the world as the atmosphere of holiness has widely spread out.
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 If you are interested in arts, Lithuanian Art Galleries might offer you many exclusive artwork exhibitions. The exhibitions catch the attention of even seasoned ones. Many different artworks will absolutely amaze anyone.
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 Tourists in Lithuania must definitely see at least one of amazing Lithuanian castles. Marvelous historic buildings are worth visiting as they are rich in interesting stories and inside expositions.
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 Travelling Lithuania is concurrent with visiting Lithuanian churches as they all are rich in diversity of architectural features and religious artworks exposed inside. The beauty of Lithuanian churches astonishes even the most fastidious waiters so do not miss a chance to see as much of them as it is possible.
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 You are welcome to get acquainted with the most famous buildings in Lithuania. Find out the unique Lithuanian estate symbols and know Lithuania more close.
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 The North Jerusalem might be found in Lithuania. Old Jewry traditions naturalized during centuries in Lithuania and the Jewry nation established there substantially. Find out the Jewish Heritage monuments in Lithuania and get aqcuainted with the Lithuanian JEwry history and oneness.
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 Visiting museums in Lithuania is a great chance to know many subjects better than ever. The variety of museums is really wide as visitors can choose from simple Calendar museum to mysterious Sea museum. Choose the most interesting museums to visit depending on your mood and interests.
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 On the basis of Soviet Occupation, nowadays in Lithuania there have remained many historical relicts of Soviet heritage. The fact is that country suffered from the cruelty of Soviets a lot. In order to mark the darkest period of Lithuanian nation, the Soviet heritage is still upheld.
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 Even 5 Lithuanian masterpieces are included into UNESCO World Heritage list. The unforgettable Vilnius Old Town, beautiful Curonian Spit, art of cross crafting, inimitable tradition of song and dance celebrations and the Kernavė settlemet representing disappeared culture and civilization.
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