Description Vilnius, Lithuania

Vilnius - the capital and largest city of Lithuania, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. If you want to see a fairy tale - you will have the opportunity, if you come to Vilnius and take a look at the roof of the Old City and its surrounding hills. This is really a stunner, leaving a trace in the hearts of all tourists. Vilnius - World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994. This city is so sinks into the soul that wants to come here again and again, to admire the Gothic cathedrals, to drink coffee in the old small cafe and just silently walk through the Old Town.

Vilnius is located in south-eastern part of Lithuania at the confluence of Vilna and Vilija. Founded in 1323, the city is surrounded by picturesque wooded hills.

Vilnius - the largest administrative center of Lithuania. Here are the most important political, economic, social and cultural, scientific and educational institutions in the country.

Vilnius is famous for its historic center, Old Town, which is one of the largest in Eastern Europe (360 ha). Old Town, has many historic buildings, in 1994, introduced by the UNESCO World Heritage List (English World Heritage List). Decision of the European Parliament Vilnius and Linz declared European Capitals of Culture 2009.