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Vilnius Old Town (Historical Center)

Vilnius Old Town (Historical Center)

Vilnius Old Town is one of the largest (approximately 3.6 km2 ) and most beautiful old towns in Central and Eastern Europe.The name of the city originated from the Vilnia River.The name of the river derives from the Lithuanian language word vilnis (“a surge”)…

Castle of Sigulda and Manor Center

Castle of Sigulda and Manor Center

Castle of Sigulda was built in 1878 in the Neo-Gothic style as the living house for the owners of the manor, the Kropotkin family. The building has changed its owners and functions several times. Since 1993, the Sigulda Region Council has been located in…

Old Thomas’ Legend

Old Thomas’ Legend

One of the most important legend is the story about Old Thomas( Eesti Vana Toomas). Since the year 1530, there is a wind vane on the top of the City Hall tower which is located Tallinn Old Town feature with the shape of a…