Lithuania

Have you always been intrigued by the idea of visiting Lithuania? This small country holds a wealth of experience within its borders. You can visit a number of exciting attractions and see scenery you cannot find elsewhere. See what Central Europe can offer you. Shop in local towns and meet the local people for a full experience that only Lithuania could give you.

When you visit Lithuania, you can see a whole new destination that you haven't yet explored. You can finally satisfy your curiosity about this original and amazing location. See what this tiny country filled with wonder can show you!

Festivities

Visit Lithuania during the festive time of the Great Midsummer Eve celebrations to witness Lithuanians at their peak. You can see the special events unfold each year in the summertime on June 23rd. You will see the local townspeople celebrate everything they own, including their horses, cars and even the local buses! You can go out into the countryside to drink locally-brewed beer with the locals. You will see everything decorated with cheerful fresh flowers and leaves. You can enjoy the Midsummer's cheese made especially for the celebration and have the most fun of all when you sign and dance by the campfire, waving wreathes of oak leaves and flowers well into the evening. It is a one-of-a-kind experience you simply cannot miss! Images and memories from your time in Lithuania during the Great Midsummer Eve celebration are sure to stay with you for a lifetime.

Speaking of singing, if you find two Lithuanians in the same room for very long, they are apt to start singing at some point. These people love to sing and keep a record of their local stories and traditions in the song texts they have. In fact, once every four years, the Lithuanians will get together for a song and dance festival. You will see the entire nation come together to sing favorite songs and more.

The food in Lithuania is also delicious and very healthy for you. You can find a number of fish dishes on the menu, including fresh smoked fish brought to you straight from the fishermen who caught it. You can find fresh vegetables and fruits, berries and more. Enjoy fresh jam and other local traditions that will make your stomach grumble for more and sigh with happiness. The local beer is an integral part of the healthy food in Lithuania. You can find some of the most popular beer in the country is actually quite reasonably priced and contains natural ingredients whose flavor brings people together to relax, share stories and enjoy its taste. You will find yourself sitting down for a glass or so every evening you are in town to relax and retell your day's adventures.

Surroundings

Look around you. Most of Lithuania is covered with dense forests due to their incredible countryside and relatively low population. You can find a number of pristine, clean lakes that will provide nourishment for a number of unique plants and animals, including rare storks found nowhere else in the world, wolves, foxes, bears and wild boar. It might seem strange to see storks up here in this part of the world, but the moment you leave the bigger towns, keep your eyes peeled and you are sure to spot one. Bring your camera to get plenty of pictures of these unusual animals, birds, plants and landscapes in this inviting country scenery.

Speaking of trees and the wondrous landscapes that are found in Lithuania, did you know that wood has been an integral part of life in Lithuania for centuries? You can see wooden materials were used for a number of the traditional buildings. You can see these lovely wooden houses with gorgeous red roofs that make quite the photographic image! Some of these homes will be more than a century old and others will be built in a more modern way, creating a beautiful blend of the old and new. These trees also provide excellent export products for the country of Lithuania. Scientists say that the forests would continue to overgrow the country if the locals didn't cut down the trees, so it doesn't appear these lovely trees will be disappearing any time soon.

Be sure to include Vilnius Old Town. Here, you will be able to enjoy one of the most beautiful and one of the largest cities in all of Central and Eastern Europe. You can see a number of grand sights, including the remarkable St. Anne's Church and the Gates of Dawn. When you walk around this town, you can see everything the capital of Lithuania has to offer. Meet local people and find extraordinary local products at the shops. Come home with your arms filled with goodies and your memory filled with one-of-a-kind images you and your family will cherish forever.

Visit Lithuania to experience a real snow-white Christmas. When you want to feel the festive nature of bright, pristine snow everywhere you look for your winter holiday, then Lithuania is an excellent choice. You can play in the snow with your family all day long and enjoy quality time by a roaring fire in the evenings. From snow-filled afternoons to peaceful chilly nights where you warm up sipping local beers, Lithuania's winters can be an exciting experience. Make Lithuania your romantic getaway for one of the most exceptional weekend breaks you can think of! Short breaks to the Lithuania countryside will provide you with the perfect escape.

Enjoy freshwater fishing with your family in the clean, pristine lakes of Lithuania. Why not enjoy walking through the towns to see what kinds of discoveries you can make, checking out local attractions, dining on local cuisine and more? You can also spend hours hiking through Lithuania's famous dense and captivating forests. Make your weekend breaks something extraordinary with a romantic getaway or family trip to Lithuania. You can reserve apartments that will keep your whole family comfortably situated throughout your vacation experience. Get more from your short breaks to the countryside when you book apartments in Lithuania today.