First mentioned in historical sources in 1323 by the Grand Duke Gediminas, Vilnius has grown into a medieval capital city with radial network of meandering streets, pretty courtyards and an impressive array of architecture. The buildings of the Old Town (there are about 1500 of them) were built over a number of centuries making it …
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Riga
On a trip through the Baltic states Riga, the largest city in the Baltics, can’t be missed. Capital of Latvia it is home for 700.000 Latvians and located in the central part of Latvia on the Daugava river. The Old Town, like in Tallinn, is included in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage list. Each …
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, features a beautiful Old Town in medieval style and is known around the world for its well-preserved completeness and authentic Hanseatic architecture. Enchanting atmosphere, rich cultural scene, beautiful surroundings and plenty of galleries, cafes and restaurants to choose from. With half a million citizens, Tallinn is hardly a world metropolis. However: short distances …