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A friend who has just gotten back from a vacation in Vilnius, Lithuania has been charmed by the city and came home full of wonderful impressions of Vilnius. He described Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania as a “chocolate box city of three-story Baroque buildings.”

His depiction of Vilnius was so romantic and charming that I got curious enough to make it my next holiday destination. Instead of going back to my favorite holiday destinations, I opted to explore something new. I thought it was a refreshing break from Europe’s mass tourist destinations.

My first impression of the town was pretty, homely and unpretentiously elegant. If you are looking for a big turbulent metropolis city, this is not the destination for you. Vilnius’ charm lies in its medieval roots. The Old Town is one of the largest surviving medieval towns in Eastern Europe. In fact it has been classified as a World Heritage site because of its numerous historic buildings.

According to history, Vilnius was the largest city in Eastern Europe and was blossoming in the Middle Ages. As the city was built during different centuries, you will find a blend of architecture with Baroque and Gothic dominant. The whitewashed Vilnius Cathedral and its medieval defense fortress and the intricate Gothic Church of St. Anne’s, simply creates a postcard-perfect city.

The most charming part of the city is the Vilnius Old Town. Quaint shops and cozy cafes set amongst a blend of intricate spires, domes and towers creates a remarkable scenery. Walking in the back streets also provide a you the true sense of medieval Lithuania.

They also have a lot of charming restaurants and cafes tucked away in the pretty courtyards. Some of the restaurants are set in the old atmospheric cellars and carry medieval deco themes. The food is great and very appetizing and is inexpensive for most European travelers.

Overall, the city provides high standard but affordable restaurants, hotels and entertainment. Compared to most of the Western European countries, everything in Vilnius is affordable. This makes Vilnius even more appealing.

In addition to that, the laid back atmosphere and the welcoming attitude of the locals make the city even more pleasant. The people of Vilnius love to spend as much time as possible outdoors. They love along the Old Town streets and sit at the lovely pavement cafes.

Most locals are welcoming and friendly to foreigners. Majority of the younger people speak English and will gladly assist you when you need help. They can provide you with directions, help you when you are lost and can even recommend the best places in town.

Vilnius is a charming place to experience living history. Wander through their medieval cobblestone streets, enjoy their diverse dining scene and elegant bars and get to know their people. The city is refreshing and will definitely make your holiday truly memorable.

Cultural tours are now available and are becoming more popular as it offers a different vacation package.  The cultural tours are uniquely designed to provide the tourist a glimpse of the country’s culture and way of life.  Tourists are invited to enjoy not only the popular tourist attraction but also to enjoy the community and its people.  This allows the tourist to partake in the daily life of the community and to see the country through the eyes of its people.  The tourist is able to step beyond the facade that was created for the visitors and step into the very culture of the community.

These cultural tours are perfect for the active and adventurous tourists who would like to experience first hand the country’s culture.  Those who are fascinated with society will find these tours to be extremely fulfilling.  Foreign cultures are opened beyond tourism and the richness of the culture is laid open.

Small-group tours are available to travel to Europe, Africa, Australia, South America and China.  Visit and explore the interior of these nations through the eyes of the people. Enjoy having the ability to get to know the people.  Have dinner in the home of a resident, speak with them and enjoy the day learning about their culture.  Learn first hand the struggles and joys of the people and see the beauty of the nation through their eyes.  It is always interesting to learning about what they do and why they do it.  Also get the chance to learn about their religion, belief systems, family structure as well as their traditions.

Go beyond what the tourists see and step into the beauty of knowing their culture first hand.  Visit the local businesses that cater to the locals rather than the tourists.  Taste the food that the locals enjoy, including small, barely known restaurants that offer the best local dishes.  Learn the superstitions of the people, find out what they like and do not like, learn a bit of their language first hand and find out what brings joy to the lives of the locals.

Cultural tours bring the visitor beyond normally closed doors and allow the visitor to truly enjoy the essence of the people and their land.  Some tours include intimate trips to Africa, Eastern Italy, Southern India as well as to some of the oldest and most flavorful American cities such as Savannah and Charleston.  The tours range from five to twenty day trips and are well designed to bring the traveler deep into these areas.

The trip’s itinerary is available for preview before the selection of the trip.  Each of these trips are unique and are designed around the season which will give the tourist a better sense of the culture.

only european civilization reflects a large amount of culture and heritage from the

A arabs
B goths
C greeks
D romans
E vikings

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