Vilnius In The Present Day
As one of the fastest growing, most modern European cities, Vilnius has quickly developed as a commercial, cultural and tourism hub of the Baltic States. With effort being made to renovate the old, historical buildings and new structures being erected, the city is rapidly on its way of becoming one of the most well-kept and advanced places in the region. In celebration of the 2009 New Year the historical center of the city was renovated and the prominent monuments were fixed up. A popular trend in the city is one of promoting the work of young artists from Lithuania and Europe and showcasing the art in various public and private exhibitions.
Sightseeing And Attractions In Vilnius
The Vilnius Cathedral, famous for the baroque chapel of St.Casimir, is open to the public from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Tourists can sign up for the catacombs tour that proceeds beneath the cathedral, and one should also pay a visit to the cross sectional depiction of Vilnius in the crypt: a portrayal of different moments in time through the history of the city.
The Three Crosses Hill is another popular tourist attraction in the city. The site is a monument in the memory of seven Franciscan monks who were tortured by some pagans. The incident occurred prior to the conversion of the country to Christianity and the monument is an ode to the significance of the religion in Lithuania.
The tiny structure of the St.Ann’s Church also draws several tourists to it. the church is rather diminutive in size but its known for its super gothic architecture and is said to have caught the eye of Napoleon during his conquests.
Visiting Vilnius With The Baltic Travel Company
To experience the magic of Vilnius, the Spa Breaks packages to Lithuania offered by the Baltic Travel Company are recommended. Accommodation, breakfast meals, complimentary spa treatments and airport transfers are some of the services offered in the package. The country has a long history of some of the finest spa practices in the world and with this spa package offer, tourists can make the most of sightseeing opportunities combined with the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation in Lithuanian spas.