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The Cathedral-Vilnius
The Cathedral-Vilnius

VILNIUS

The places of interest

Vilnius is not only rich in its historic past but in old architectural structures, monuments and places too.

The devastation suffered through the centuries still left much to be seen in this gracious and old-world city, particulary the narrow medieval streets of the Old Town and the beautiful parks and churches. Be sure to visit the Gothic brick Gediminas' Castle, built over the 14th and 16th centuries, destroyed in the 18th century and partly restored. The western Gediminas' Tower offers a spectular view of the entire city, as well as the remains of the upper castle.

Vilnius cathedral

One of the most famous architectorial monuments in Vilnius is Vilnius Cathedral, standing at the foot of Gediminas' Hill. It was built in 1387, in the place where an old PERKUNAS (Thunder) Temple stood at that time. The first Cathedral church was wooden. After the fire in 1399, only a heap of ashes remained there. After some time with the help and financial support of the Great Duke Vytautas, it was rebuilt. Now it is a unique building of classicism.
Another view at Cathedral
Another view at Cathedral
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