Lithuania - States within states
As I continued to scratch the surface, I discovered several odd gems in this country, including the Republic of Užupis.
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A state of mind
The freewheeling republic of Užupis reminds me of Christiania in Copenhagen.
Užupio Republika
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Reach out and touch faith
Hundred of thousands of crosses have been brought here during several generations, even though the site has been cleared out three times by Soviet authorities.
Hill of Crosses, Lithuania
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The only way is up
Užupio Republika
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The red tower
This is Gediminas Hill where the city was founded. It has featured a red-brick tower since the 13th century.
Gediminas Tower, Vilnius
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Making plans
Bambalyne, Vilnius
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Silent hill
Užupio Republika
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Amuse me
Drama, Comedy and Tragedy. Only three they are.
Three Muses, Lietuvos Nacionalinis Dramos Teatras, Vilnius
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Penance
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul dates back to 1617.
Šiauliai, Lithuania