Hill of Crosses

About

A haunting hill covered in thousands of crosses, a powerful symbol of faith and resistance.

Why go

• A powerful symbol of Lithuanian identity and resilience
• A surreal and powerful place in Europe
• A historical and religious site with thousands of crosses

Must try

• Leave a cross behind

Pro tips

• Catch a train to Šiauliai, then take a Bolt
• Free entry, open 24/7
• Visitor center open 09:00–18:00 daily
• Small fee for parking
• Day trip from Riga

Good to know

• Repeatedly destroyed by Soviet authorities

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (11687 reviews)

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