Top 10 Sights in Kaunas
Kaunas Castle is situated on the banks of rivers Neris and Nemunas. Kaunas Castle is a bit mysterious to archaeologists, as many facts about it remain unknown, but it’s believed, that Kaunas Castle was built in XIV century.
2. Pažaislis church and monastery
Pažaislis church and monastery ensemble is a beautiful baroque building, one of the most beautiful ones in all over Europe. This marvelous place in Kaunas attracts people for arts, music and beauty of Namunas river shore where it is located.
3. Kaunas Zoo
Kaunas Zoo is well attended and loved by many people nowadays. It includes aproximatelly 2900 live exhibits varying from a little insect to a huge bear. Visitors are able to acquaint with the animals as well as to enjoy marvelous natural surroundings at once.
4. Historical Presidential Palace
Vilnius was seized in 1920 thus Lithuanian government moved to Kaunas, which was designated as provisional capital. If you would like to get acquainted with the events of the time, open the door of Presidential Palace as it has preserved authentic environment: original interior, genuine art works, books and the other relics of the past.
5. St. Michael the Archangel Church
St. Michael the Archangel Church is better known as Kaunas sobor. It is located near the main Kaunas avenue and surprises visitors with its` grand architecture and a strange museum established in its basement.
Museum of Rumšiškės is an open air museum representing visitors the real past of various parts of Lithuania. Rumšiškės is an entire village including very artistic ancient homesteads.
7. Ninth fort
Ninth fort in Kaunas is one of the most significant monuments of pain and horror in Lithuania. Visiting this place is not only interesting for those who love history, but also for everyone who would like to get close enough to the pain many people survived.
Devils' museum is quite an untraditional museum where more than two thousand devils of various shapes, colors, sizes and materials are housed. It's the largest collection of devils in a single place in the whole world.
9. Kaunas Cathedral Basilica
Situated in the heart of the old town, Kaunas Cathedral Basilica is a gorgeous monument with a rich history to share. It was reconstructed a number of times due to the fire thus today not only is it a fine example of Gothic style, but also a subtle blend of Renaissance, Baroque and Neo-Gothicism.
10. Kaunas Town Hall
The beauty of the medieval Town Hall has captivated both locals and guests thus they call it the White swan as it has the grace of Classicism, the splendour of Baroque and the mystery of Gothicism. Once a bustling town centre, today it is a popular place for weddings.