The settlement developed into a town in the 13th century, when the pagan Baltic people were invaded by Western Europeans during the Lithuanian Crusade. Around 1323 (the first written sources about Vilnia), it was the capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and had a …

Aug 6, 2024 · Vilnius is a big breath of fresh air. From the confluence of the Neris and Vilnia rivers, Lithuania 's capital stands as a bastion of sustainability in the Baltics with initiatives to protect the environment and its commitment to be climate neutral by 2030.

The Vilnia (also Vilnelė; Belarusian: Вільня, Vilnia [ˈvʲilʲnʲa]; Polish: Wilejka, Wilenka) is a river primarily running through Eastern Lithuania. Its source is near the villages of Kiemėnai [lt] and Vindžiūnai [lt], 6 km south of Šumskas, nearby to the A3 – M7 Medininkai–Kamenny Log border crossing complexes of the Belarus ...

Jan 23, 2025 · Vilnius, city, capital and largest city of Lithuania, at the confluence of the Neris (Russian: Viliya) and Vilnia rivers.

Mar 29, 2018 · That's still unclear but, whatever their motivation, they followed through on their resolve: cross over the Vilnia River and, as well as a multitude of galleries and artists' workshops, you'll find a 41-point constitution proudly on display in over 20 languages.

This 19th-century district beyond the river Vilnia is alongside the former road to Polotsk city (today in Belarus). Under the Soviet rule, many Užupis buildings were abandoned.

Šeškinė Šnipiškės Žirmūnai — includes Šiaurės miestelis Karoliniškės Žvėrynas Grigiškės — a separate town included in the Vilnius city municipality Lazdynai Vilkpėdė — includes Vingis park Naujamiestis — includes bus and train stations Senamiestis (Old Town) — includes Užupis Naujoji Vilnia — includes Pavilnys ...

VILNIUS: unexpectedly amazing. Whether you’re an avid traveller or a talented professional, we’re here to help you make the most of your time in Vilnius.

May 4, 2024 · Surrounded on three sides by the Vilnia River which loops around it, Uzupis is the artsiest and most bohemian neighborhood of the city. Meaning ‘beyond the river’ in Lithuanian, the self-proclaimed ‘republic’ certainly has its own distinctive look, feel, and identity.

Dec 9, 2024 · Carve out time to visit the free-spirited Užpis neighbourhood which is separated from the old town by the Vilnia River. The self-declared republic was formed by a group of …