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Lithuania

Lietuva
Capital
Vilnius
Population
2.8M
Area
65,300 km²
Language
Lithuanian

Lithuania is a country in Northern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Vilnius, with a population of approximately 2.8M and a total area of 65,300 km². The official language is Lithuanian and the currency is the Euro (€).

📊 Quick Facts about Lithuania

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Population
2.8M
total residents
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Total Area
65,300 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
43/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$67.4B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$24,071
per person
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Currency
Euro (€)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Lithuanian
official
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Coastline
90 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
1990
established
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Local Time in Vilnius

Lithuania covers an area of 65,300 km² with a population density of 43/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $67.4B ($24,071 per capita) and gained independence in 1990. It has a coastline of 90 km.

Did You Know?

Lithuania is the geographical centre of Europe — a monument north of Vilnius marks the exact spot. The country was also the last in Europe to officially convert to Christianity in 1387, and basketball is so popular it is considered the second national religion.

💡 Interesting Facts about Lithuania

  1. Lithuania is the geographical centre of Europe — a marker stands just north of Vilnius.
  2. Vilnius has the largest medieval old town in Northern Europe.
  3. Lithuania was the last country in Europe to officially adopt Christianity — in 1387.
  4. Lithuanians invented the first wearable computer in 1966.

✈️ Travel Information for Lithuania

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Temperate continental, cold winters, warm summers
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$6–12
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$40–90
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Lithuania on the Map

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📍 Vilnius, Lithuania

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🏆 Lithuania World Rankings

1st
Centre of Europe
Geographical centre of Europe is located in Lithuania
1st
Old Town
Vilnius has the largest medieval old town in Northern Europe
1st
Last Christian
Last European country to officially adopt Christianity (1387)
1st
Basketball
Basketball is practically the national religion — world-class players per capita

🏛 Must-See Places in Lithuania

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Vilnius Old Town

UNESCO largest surviving medieval old town in Northern Europe — Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture

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Hill of Crosses

A pilgrimage site covered in over 100,000 crosses — a symbol of Lithuanian faith and resistance

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Trakai Island Castle

A magnificent Gothic castle on an island in a lake — the medieval capital of the Grand Duchy

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Curonian Spit

UNESCO narrow sand dune peninsula shared with Russia — ancient fishing villages and dramatic dunes

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Lithuania

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Latvia
Riga
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Belarus
Minsk
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Poland
Warsaw

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Lithuania

What is the capital of Lithuania?

The capital of Lithuania is Vilnius.

What language is spoken in Lithuania?

The official language(s) of Lithuania are Lithuanian.

What is the population of Lithuania?

The population of Lithuania is approximately 2.8M.

What currency does Lithuania use?

Lithuania uses the Euro (€).

What continent is Lithuania in?

Lithuania is located in Europe, in the Northern Europe region.

What is the GDP of Lithuania?

Lithuania has a GDP of $67.4B, with a GDP per capita of $24,071.

What is the best time to visit Lithuania?

The best time to visit Lithuania is May–September. The climate is Temperate continental, cold winters, warm summers.

Do I need a visa for Lithuania?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)

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