Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital, is known for its baroque architecture, seen especially in its medieval Old Town. There is a dreamy quality to Vilnius (vil-nyus), especially in the golden glow of a midsummer evening. Lithuania’s capital has an Old Town of rare authenticity: marvellously intact, its pebbly streets are lined with weather-worn period buildings that hide cafes, boutiques and dainty guesthouses.

Kaunas is the center of economic, scientific and cultural life in Lithuania. The second-largest city in Lithuania – Kaunas is considered the most Lithuanian city because it is the historical capital of Lithuania and is alive with the myths of real and imaginary nationalism.