Kaunas: A city that tells a thousand stories

When thinking of Lithuania, what comes to mind? Kaunas, tucked away in the heart of the Baltics, is ready to surprise, delight, and enchant visitors. With a packed year ahead, it has never been a better time to discover this charming city.

Kaunas has a knack for blending eras, offering visitors the chance to travel through time in a single day. Begin at Kaunas Castle, a 14th century fortress that whispers medieval tales. Afterwards, continue to Santaka Park, where rivers Nemunas and Neris meet. Nearby, the renovated Kaunas City Hall – nicknamed The White Swan – dazzles visitors with its history and newly curated exhibits.

Science Island.

But the past does not stop there. Modernist architecture, which has earned UNESCO World Heritage recognition, defines much of Kaunas. Wander through Laisvės Alėja, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets, and marvel at interwar buildings that make the city feel like an open-air museum of 1930s design.

Step inside the Art Deco Museum, a fascinating showcase of the city’s elegant past, featuring beautifully restored interiors and period furnishings. Go for a ride on a historic funicular for panoramic cityscapes from Aleksotas Hill or the Basilica of Christ’s Resurrection.

The future of Kaunas looks just as exciting as its past. This year, the city honours the 150th anniversary of Lithuania’s beloved composer and artist Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, with festivals, exhibitions, and cultural events. Music lovers are in for a treat, as Darius and Girėnas Stadium will also host global superstars, including Justin Timberlake, Guns N’ Roses, Robbie Williams, and Post Malone.

If looking to travel into the future, the newly opened Science Island Museum on Nemunas Island offers interactive exhibits and a cutting-edge planetarium, making innovation and discovery an adventure for all ages.

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