Discover Lithuania
High-income EU/NATO member. Fintech hub, laser technology, IT sector growing rapidly.
About Lithuania
Geography
Area: 65,300 sq km
- • Transitional maritime/continental: mild summers, cold winters
Government
Type: semi-presidential republic
Capital: Vilnius
Economy
High-income EU/NATO member. Fintech hub, laser technology, IT sector growing rapidly.
GDP: $67.4 billion
Demographics
Population: 2,655,246
Languages: Lithuanian (official)
Religions: Catholic 77.2%, Orthodox 4.1%, none 14%
Explore Lithuania's Regions
Discover 10 distinct regions, each with unique landscapes and culture.
Major Cities in Lithuania
Explore 50 cities with unique attractions and experiences.
Travel Essentials
📞 Contact & Emergency
Phone Code: +370
Currency: Euro (EUR)
universal: 112
⚡ Practical Info
Electricity: 230V / 50Hz / Type C, F
Driving: Right
Water: ✅ Safe
💰 Tipping
- • 10% in restaurants
When to Visit Lithuania
✅ Best Months
May, June, July, August, September
🔥 Peak Season
Jun-Aug
💎 Off Season
Nov-Mar
Uzgavenes (Shrovetide)
Sea Festival (Klaipeda)
Top Destinations in Lithuania
Cultural Tips
- 💡Lithuanians are basketball fanatics — it's the national sport
- 💡Uzupis in Vilnius declared itself an independent republic (tongue in cheek)
- 💡Hill of Crosses is powerful and eerie — pilgrimage site with 200,000+ crosses
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