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Leisure in Preila, Kursiu Nerija

I am just trying to defend and exalt a good reputation of Neringa, where are more visitors, who like beauty and delicacy, but they also like to have fun - just maybe one point more quiet.

Aukstaitija National Park was founded in 1974. At present the total area of the park is 40,570 hectares. The park is located nearly 100 km to the north of Vilnius, and roughly 170 km to the north east of Kaunas.

Labanoras town in boundless Labanoras forest

Labanoras Regional Park

The biggest in Lithuania Labanoras regional park was established in 1992. Total area of the park-50 000 ha. This park is situated in the eastern part of Lithuania- in Svencioniai, Moletai and Utena regions, in the watershed of the rivers Zeimena ir Sventoji, 80 km from Vilniaus.

History & Culture heritage

The end of June. Deltuva battle

It is a wonderful event for the lovers of a history and a soldiership.

The Beginning of July. Days of Live Archeology in Kernave

The guests of this festival can try theirselves to start a fire in an ancient manner, to taste the archaic meals or to shoot from a bow.

Hill of Crosses: a Monument to People's Faith

There’s a place in Lithuania of a totally unique nature and special significance. It is known as the Hill of Crosses.

The Europe Park

Europos parkas (The Europe Park) has become one of the most popular day-trip destinations for travellers visiting Vilnius, and now more than 60 000 people visit the museum every year.

Vokieciu Street

Vokiečių Street is one of the oldest streets in Vilnius. If was named after the German merchants and craftsmen who were residing here as far back as the 14th century.

Uzupis Quarter

Užupis Quarter was mentioned as far back as the acts of the 16th century. Formerly it was a suburb of the poor having three bridges across the River Vilnelė connecting it with the main urban area.

Placed on: 2007-08-03 11:32 Updated on: 2009-08-20 12:06

August Festival of crafts and warfare “Apuole 854”
2009-08-23 11:26

August 22-23, festival of crafts and warfare of Baltic region tribes “Apuole 854” is inviting you.

Never before have so many warriors from different countries, such as Lithuania, Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Belorussia, gathered for the festival.

For the whole period of the festival, you will enjoy a very active programme, offering you a possibility to try your strength. Moreover, you will be able to view the ancient warriors tournament called “The circle of battle”, in which warriors from the named countries will be fighting against each other.

Finally, for two days battles between Vikings and Curonians will rage.

Apuole, a great mound, is a perfect place to rest your body and soul. You will not see any sign of nowadays civilization from the Apuole mound. There is a camping site nearby. As for the entrance fee, it is rather symbolical. Come to Apuole on August 22-23 to spend a magnificent weekend.

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