Hidden gems in Lithuania

Lithuania’s diverse history and landscape are showcased through these distinct sites. Visit the 17th-century Gothic-Renaissance Raudondvaris Castle and the Hill of Crosses, a unique pilgrimage site near Šiauliai. In Kaunas, explore medical history in a 16th-century building or visit the Ninth Fort, a former stronghold and WWII memorial. The Zarasai observation wheel provides a modern architectural vantage point, standing 17 meters above Lake Zarasas to offer panoramic views of the surrounding islands.

Lithuania's Hidden Gems — Map

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Raudondvaris Castle

Raudondvaris Castle, also referred to as Raudondvaris Manor, is a Gothic-Renaissance gentry residence, located in the eponymous town of…

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Hill of Crosses

Hill of Crosses is a site of pilgrimage about 12 km north of the city of Šiauliai, in northern Lithuania.

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Museum of History of Lithuanian Medicine and Pharmacy

The Museum of the History of Lithuanian Medicine and Pharmacy is located in a restored 16th-century building at the Town Hall Square in the…

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The Ninth Fort Museum and Memorial

The Ninth Fort is a stronghold in the northern part of Šilainiai elderate, Kaunas, Lithuania.

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Observation wheel

A 17-meter-high circular walkway offering panoramic views of Lake Zarasas. This architectural landmark features a path suspended above the water, connecting to a lakeside promenade and providing a vantage point for the surrounding islands.

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