Vilnius Historic Centre, Lithuania - World Heritage Journeys

As the political centre of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania from the 13th to the end of the 18th century, Vilnius has had a profound influence on the cultural and architectural development of much of eastern Europe. The historic centre includes buildings in the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical styles which have been well preserved over time. It is also home to one of the greatest love stories in Baltic history. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994, Vilnius is an excellent example of a Eu