Lithuania's Hidden Gems

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.

Raudondvaris Castle

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

Hill of Crosses

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

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…

The Ninth Fort Museum and Memorial

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

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.