Vilnius

Nickname(s):

"Jerusalem of Lithuania"

Demonym(s):

Vilnian

Founded:

1323

Democracy:

Developed:

European Union:

Schengen:

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National Capital:

RegionalState Capital:

Population (City):

593 000

Population (Urban):

708 000

Population (Metro):

854 000

Population Density (km2):

1 600

Population Density (mi2):

4 000

Largest City in Lithuania

35th Largest City in the European Union

Language:

Lithuanian

Currency:

Euro

Avg. Summertime High:

24 °C

75 °F

Avg. Summertime Low:

14 °C

57 °F

Warmest Month:

July

Coldest Month:

January

Avg. Wintertime High:

-2 °C

29 °F

Avg. Wintertime Low:

-6 °C

21 °F

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Vilnius has one of the best-preserved Old Towns in Europe, and it is also the Northernmost and Easternmost large city with a considerable collection of Baroque architecture. The Old Town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. Great views of the city and landscape can be found from the remains of the Upper Castle of the Vilnius Castle Complex. The only major remains of the Castle is the Gediminas Tower, which is a prominent feature of the Vilnius Skyline.

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Gediminas Tower

Gediminas Tower.

Republic of Užupis

The Constitution of the Republic of Užupis is on display in 23 different languages. The Republic of Užupis is a self-declared, unofficial republic that is all done for fun.

Angel Of Užupis

The Angel of Užupis.

Magical Stone

The "Magical Stone" in front of Vilnius Cathedral. Step on this stone and turn around three times, and your wishes will be granted according to urban legends.

Vilnius Cathedral & Bell Tower

Vilnius Cathedral and the iconic Bell Tower, seen from Gediminas Avenue.

Downtown Vilnius

There is a growing Downtown in Vilnius across the river.

Saint Parasceve Orthodox Church

Saint Parasceve Orthodox Church in the Old Town.

Vilnius Town Hall

Vilnius Town Hall.

Town Hall Square

Looking down Town Hall Square.

Gate of Dawn

The Gate of Dawn is one of the most important religious, historical, and cultural monuments in Lithuania.