12 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Vilnius - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Vilnius

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Vilnil Museum of Illusions

Things aren't quite what they seem at this mind-bending museum.

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Republic of Uzupis

This micro-nation may be some sort of prank, but its constitution sure seems official.

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The Mermaid of Užupis

Travelers who fall victim to this mermaid's charms are destined to stay in Užupis forever.

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The Church of St. Anne

Legend has it that Napoleon Bonaparte fell in love with this Gothic church.

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One Million Cent Pyramid

The largest coin pyramid in the world is a carefully balanced stack of over 1,000,000 pieces.

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Female Pedestrian Lights

These traffic lights celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the women's suffrage movement in Lithuania.

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Frank Zappa Memorial

The Frank Zappa fan club erected this monument to their prog-rock hero to mark a new era of post-Soviet Lithuania.

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Stebuklas Miracle Tile

While this monument tile is shrouded in mystery it also marks the end of the longest ever human chain.

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Unique Food & Drink in Vilnius

Apple Cheese

This sliceable sweet treat is actually dairy-free.

Lithuanian Acorn Coffee

Ground nuts provide the base for this warm, caffeine-free drink.

Širvenos

This Lithuanian brew adds green peas to the malt.

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