Kaunas and his most interesting places.
Catholic church Mikhail Archangel . The scope of this church will impress anyone. For example, one of the domes that crowds this temple is sixteen meters in diameter, which gives it a good reason to be considered the most overall dome throughout Lithuania. The first visitors, the church took on September 17, 1895.
Museum of devil . Analogues of this museum, there is nowhere in the world anywhere. Museum was created in 1966. The first exhibition was exhibited from the private collection of the artist Antanas Zhmujdzinavius, who many years collected any evil in the form of statuetters of witches, devils, lying and others. Now the collection of the museum has increased significantly, since anyone can make their contribution to give a museum, a thematic gift.
Museum of Churlönis . Was opened in 1921. In those days, it was just a modest gallery. Today, the day, over three hundred thirty thousand exhibits is kept in the museum. Notable museum by the fact that visitors who admire the canvas of famous artists at the same time enjoy listening to classical music.
Kaunas castle. . The exact date of the construction of this defensive structure is not known. It is known only that the first records in which this fort appears belong to the fourteenth century.
Church of the Resurrection of Christ . The temple was erected in 1932 - 1940, in honor of the memory of obtaining Lithuania. In 1940, Lithuania has again lost its independence and entered the Soviet Union. Church by that time, did not have time to complete and he became the shop of the Kaunas radio oil, which was produced by the Schilyalis brand TVs, as well as 1990. Now, he belongs to the Catholic Church and divine services are held in this temple.
Perkunus House (Thunder) . Several gloomy structure and at the same time quite powerful. It is surprising that since the construction of the structure, and this is the fifteenth century, the facade did not change it, although the building itself was restored repeatedly.
Church of St. Vitautas . It was built in the fifteenth century by order and at the expense of the personal funds of Prince Vitautas Great. Thus, the prince wanted to thank the virgin Mary, because he managed to avoid death during the defeat of the troops in the battle on the Vorskle River with Tatars.
Lisves Alley . The favorite place of local residents and tourists. On this territory, it is strictly forbidden to smoke, so this place can be called an oasis for non-smoking. Alley, quite large in length, because its length is two kilometers. It's never boring here, as shops, cafes, hotels, restaurants and other are constantly working.
Pazislissky monastery . It was built at the end of the seventeenth century. This monastery is considered one of the most beautiful in the territory of Northern Europe.
Town Hall "White Swan" . Earlier in the place where the town hall is now located, there was a city center and on the square in front of her, folk festivities and festive events were held. The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is known that they built it in the sixteenth century.
State Reserve "Chapkälyai" . Was created in 1975. On the territory of the reserve, there are many rare plants. Among the trees, pine prevail. A swamp of Ristas is distinguished, since it is very fond of cranberry places.
Composition of stones at Lake Akmena . Very unusual composition. They put it, the owners of the hotel, which is located at the lake. The main goal of this composition was, there was - attracting guests and guests.
Church of the Holy Trinity at the Bernardians Monastery . A vivid example of the late Renaissance with a pronounced influence of Gothic. It was built in the seventeenth century, in 1624-1634.
Fountain on Alley Lisves . This fountain is a local attraction and the main meeting place. Here are a date, important meetings, are conversations and more.
Cathedral of Peter and Paul . One of the largest cathedrals in Lithuania. Built in the Gothic style. Amazingly, but the erection of this temple went about two hundred years, namely from 1413 to 1655. Many of his elements and details were built even later.
Zoological Museum named after Tada Ivanauskas . It is one of the largest natural-scientific Museums of Lithuania. It was founded in 1919 by Professor and Scientist, Tadosa Ivanauskas. The exposition of the museum includes more than one hundred seventy five thousand exhibits.