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M. K. Čiurlionis National Art Museum
This museum stands as Lithuania's most cherished cultural institution, dedicated to the visionary painter and composer Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis. Its halls house his mystical and deeply spiritual Symbolist works, where cosmic rhythm
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2h
Memorial to Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas
Perched atop a hill in the Aleksotas district, this monumental structure stands as a solemn tribute to Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas, national heroes who attempted the first non-stop transatlantic flight from Lithuania to the United St
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1h
Museum of Devils
Housed within the serene Hirštas Park, this eccentric museum stands as a vibrant testament to Lithuania's rich folk traditions surrounding devil worship. With a collection boasting over two thousand sculptures ranging from traditional woodc
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2h
Vytautas the Great Monument
Rising majestically atop Šilėnai Hill in the heart of Kaunas, this iconic monument stands as a testament to Lithuania's rich history and resilience. The striking concrete structure captures the warm hues of the sunset, symbolizing the golde
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1h
#KAUNAS
The #KAUNAS sign is a vibrant, Instagram-worthy installation in Eiguliai that celebrates the spirit of Lithuania's second city. Painted in bold colors, the oversized letters invite visitors to pose and capture memories against a backdrop of
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2h
A. Smetonos paminklas
This monument honors Antanas Smetona, the first President of independent Lithuania, a key figure in the nation's early 20th-century history. The bronze bust captures his stern yet visionary expression, set on a polished granite pedestal in
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2h
A. Stulginskio paminklas
Dedicated to Aleksandras Stulginskis, the second President of Lithuania, this monument reflects the statesman's quiet dignity and agricultural roots. The stone sculpture portrays him in a thoughtful pose, integrated into a small landscaped
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2h
A. Žmuidzinavičius Museum
Nestled in the tranquil Aleksotas district of Vilnius, this museum serves as both a sanctuary for art lovers and a poignant tribute to Adomas Žmuidzinavičius, one of Lithuania's most celebrated painters. Visitors can explore his original li
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2h
Abraham Mapu
This memorial in Kaunas is dedicated to Abraham Mapu, a pioneering Hebrew novelist whose works influenced modern Hebrew literature. The site acknowledges the rich Jewish cultural heritage that once flourished in Lithuania, often referred to
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2h
Abraham Mapu Monument
This monument honors Abraham Mapu, a pioneering Lithuanian-Jewish novelist and a key figure in the Haskalah (Jewish Enlightenment) movement. The bust is set on a simple pedestal in a quiet public space, reflecting his literary legacy and in
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2h
Adelės ir Pauliaus Galaunių namai
This beautifully preserved early 20th-century home offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of the Galauniai family, prominent patrons of Lithuanian art. The interiors retain original furnishings, Art Deco details, and a personal collectio
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2h
Adomas Mickevičius
This memorial commemorates Adomas Mickevičius, a name that resonates within Lithuanian cultural history. Located in a quiet part of Eiguliai, the marker is surrounded by greenery, offering a serene space for remembrance. It stands as a trib
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2h
Aleksandras Jogailaitis
This monument honors Aleksandras Jogailaitis, a Grand Duke of Lithuania and King of Poland, reflecting the deep medieval ties between the two nations. The stone bust stands in a quiet residential square in Dainava, surrounded by Soviet-era
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2h
Aleksotas Funicular
Ascend the steep banks of the Nemunas River on Kaunas' historic Aleksotas Funicular, a charming relic of 1930s urban engineering. This vintage lift offers a nostalgic ride that seamlessly connects the bustling city center with the quiet, tr
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2h
Aleksoto funikulierius
The Aleksotas Funicular is a historic cable railway that has been connecting the Aleksotas district with the Kaunas city center since 1935. This funicular offers a quick and scenic ascent, providing stunning views of the city's skyline and
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2h
Amberton Cozy
Amberton Cozy is a premium accommodation option located in the vibrant Aleksotas district of Kaunas, Lithuania. The hotel blends modern aesthetic sensibilities with a warm and inviting atmosphere, ensuring a restful stay for all guests. Sit
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2h
Art Deco Museum
Housed in a beautifully restored interwar building, the Art Deco Museum in Kaunas showcases the city's golden age of modernist design. The museum's collection includes furniture, glassware, textiles, and decorative objects that epitomize th
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2h
Aukuras
Nestled within the quiet embrace of Eiguliai, this ancient pagan wayside shrine stands as a silent witness to centuries of Lithuanian spiritual history. Carved from weathered stone, the Aukuras reflects the deep-rooted reverence for nature
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2h
Aviators' Memorial
The Aviators' Memorial in Kaunas is a solemn tribute to Lithuanian aviation pioneers who lost their lives in the early days of flight. The monument features a stylized propeller and wing design, symbolizing the courage and innovation of the
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2h
Balio ir Vandos Sruogų namai-muziejus (Balys and Vanda Sruoga House Museum)
This intimate museum was the home of Balys Sruoga, one of Lithuania's most celebrated poets and playwrights, and his wife Vanda. The house preserves the atmosphere of their creative life, filled with personal belongings, manuscripts, and a
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2h
Bank of Lithuania and Money History Exhibition
This hidden gem in Kaunas offers a fascinating window into the financial history of the Baltic region. The museum meticulously curates precious artifacts ranging from early silver coins to modern Euros, vividly reconstructing the century-lo
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2h
Chaimas Basas
This final marker in the sequence commemorates Chaimas Basas, another soul lost to the horrors of the Nazi occupation in Eiguliai. The stone stands as a silent guardian, protecting the memory of a life cut short by prejudice and violence. I
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2h
Chaimas Basas Stolperstein
Tucked beneath the cobblestones of Vilniaus Street, this brass cobblestone serves as a poignant reminder of the vibrant Jewish life that once thrived in Kaunas. It commemorates Chaimas Basas, a resident who lived and worked at this address
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2h
Christ's Resurrection Church
This monumental basilica dominates the Kaunas skyline, standing as a powerful symbol of Lithuanian resilience and faith. Construction began in 1934 but was halted during the Soviet occupation, only to be completed after independence in 2004
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2h
Complex of Building Basement Remains
Eiguliai Hill Fort
Eigulių piliakalnis
Eliazaras Basas
Exposition of the Bank of Lithuania and the History of Money in Kaunas
For Those Who Died for Lithuania's Freedom
Freedom Fighter
Freedom Fighter Monument
French Soldiers' Cemetery
Gemology Museum (Brangakmenių muziejus)
Gemology Museum (Museum of Precious Stones)
Historical Presidential Palace
House of Basketball
House of Chiune Sugihara
House of Perkunas
Insect Hotel
Isakas Anolikas
Istorinė prezidentūra
J. Tumo-Vaižgantas Memorial Apartment Museum
J. Tumo-Vaižganto memorialinis butas - muziejus
Jakovas Lipšicas
Jonas Jablonskis
Jonas Jablonskis Memorial Plaque
Jonas Mačiulis-Maironis
Juozas Gruodis Memorial Museum
Juozas Gruodis Memorial Museum
Juozas Gruodis Memorial Museum
Juozas Grušas Memorial Museum
Juozas Tumas-Vaižgantas
Juozas Tumas-Vaižgantas Memorial Museum
Juozas Tumas-Vaižgantas Monument
Juozas Zikaras Memorial Museum
Juozo Grušo Memorial Museum
Juozo Zikaro memorialinis muziejus
Karys
Kauko fontanas
Kaunas Archbishopric Museum
Kaunas Archbishopric Museum: Cardinal V. Sladkevičius Memorial Apartment-Museum
Kaunas Archdiocese Museum. Cardinal V. Sladkevičius Memorial Apartment-Museum
Kaunas Archdiocese Museum. Cardinal V. Sladkevičius Memorial Apartment-Museum
Kaunas Archdiocese Museum: Cardinal V. Sladkevičius Memorial Apartment-Museum
Kaunas Castle
Kaunas Castle Museum
Kaunas City
Kaunas City Museum
Kaunas City Museum - Folk Music Department
Kaunas Ghetto Gate
Kaunas Ghetto Gates
Kaunas Mosque
Kaunas Mosque
Kaunas Picture Gallery
Kaunas Puppet Theatre Museum
Kaunas Puppet Theatre Museum
Kaunas Tadas Ivanauskas Zoological Museum
Kaunas University of Technology Museum
Kaunas mosque
Kauno Tado Ivanausko zoologijos muziejus
Kauno Tvirtovės Blindažas (S681)
Kauno arkivyskupijos muziejus
Kauno arkivyskupijos muziejus. Kardinolo V. Sladkevičiaus memorialinis butas-muziejus
Kauno geto vartai
Kauno lėlių teatro muziejus
Kauno miesto muziejaus Tautinės muzikos skyrius
Kauno paveikslų galerija
Kauno paveikslų galerija (Kaunas Picture Gallery)
Kauno technologijos universiteto muziejus
Knygnešių sienelė
Knygnešys
Knygnešys Monument
L. Truikis and M. Rakauskaitė Memorial Museum
L. Truikis and M. Rakauskaitė Memorial Museum
Laisvės paminklas
Leiba Basas
Leiba Basas Memorial Stone
Lietuvos mokykla 1864-1904
Lietuvos šaulių sąjungos muziejus
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