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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.

Vilnius, Lithuania

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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The Church of St. Anne

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

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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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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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Female Pedestrian Lights

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

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Unique
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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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