Okres Alytus

Alytus District Essentials

The Alytus District offers a diverse look at Lithuania’s heritage, ranging from the country’s oldest biosphere reserve at Žuvintas to the historic Punia hillfort overlooking the Nemunas River. This selection highlights unique religious sites, including the wooden Raižiai Mosque and the pilgrimage center of Pivašiūnai. Visitors can explore natural landmarks like the nation's tallest spruce tree and the geological outcrops of Nemunaitis, alongside the Renaissance architecture of Simnas and recreational adventure at Tarzanija park.