Vilnius History Your Guide to the Jewish Heritage of Vilnius With bagels making a delicious comeback in Lithuania’s capital and a number of traditional Jewish celebrations becoming part of city life again, there’s a sense that Jewish culture is experiencing somewhat of a rebirth in Vilnius, which has many looking back at the city’s historic ties with its Jewish, or Litvak, community. And though the time machine has yet to … Read More
Vilnius History Vilnius: Your New Pilgrimage Destination In preparation for Pope Francis’ visit to Lithuania on 22-23 September, Vilnius is inviting visitors from all over the world to discover the city’s pilgrimage routes and the hidden gems of its sacral heritage. Pilgrimage is more than just something we read about in ancient books. Modern travellers have rediscovered pilgrimage as an opportunity to get in touch with themselves, … Read More
New Libeskind-designed MO Museum in Vilnius – one of the five most anticipated museums in 2019 – invites viewers to discover themselves among animals and robots