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1. Alytus ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Anyksciai ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Birzai

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4. Curonian Spit National Park

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5. Druskininkai

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6. Dzukija National Park

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7. Kaunas

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8. Kedainiai

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9. Kernave Archeological Site

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10. Klaipeda

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11. Marijampole

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12. Nida

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Lithuania is the southernmost of the three Baltic countries that also include Estonia and Latvia, and it was the first Soviet republic to declare its independence.
  • Situated in the middle of Europe, Lithuania is a quirky, beautiful, and affordable vacation destination, and its tourism statistics back that up with well over a million annual visitors.
  • The Hill of Crosses in Siaulai, Trakai Island Castle in Lake Galve, the pagan sculpture garden of Curonian Spit National Park, and Gediminas’ Tower, a symbol of Vilnius with stunning views of the city, await the curious traveler.

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