Geography and History
Where is Lithuania located?
Lithuania is located in Northern Europe and is bordered by Latvia to the north, Belarus to the east and south, Poland to the south, and Russia (Kaliningrad Oblast) to the southwest. It has a coastline along the Baltic Sea to the west.
What's the highest point in Lithuania?
The Hill of Aukštojas, standing at 294 meters
When did Lithuania regain its independence after Soviet rule?
March 11, 1990
What ancient fortress, once a Grand Duchy capital, now sits in the Lithuanian capital Vilnius?
Gediminas' Tower
What river, the longest in Lithuania, flows through the capital and into the Baltic Sea?
The Neris River
Culture and Traditions
What language, one of the oldest Indo-European languages, is spoken by Lithuanians?
Lithuanian
What traditional Lithuanian dish features potato dumplings filled with minced meat or cheese?
Cepelinai (Zeppelins)
What unique Lithuanian folk art form involves intricately weaving colored straw into beautiful figurines and ornaments?
Sodų weaving
What annual festival in Vilnius celebrates hot air balloons taking flight at sunrise?
The International Festival of Hot Air Balloons
What traditional Lithuanian dance involves hopping while holding hands in a circle, representing the cycle of life and nature?
Suktinis
Nature and Landmarks
What UNESCO World Heritage Site in Vilnius features a picturesque Baroque Old Town with cobbled streets and Gothic buildings?
The Historic Center of Vilnius
What national park in Lithuania boasts the Curonian Spit, a narrow sandbar separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon?
Kuršių Nerija National Park
What natural phenomenon, occurring in late-summer, paints the Hill of Gediminas with a colorful tapestry of blooming wildflowers?
The Hill of Flowers
What iconic Lithuanian landmark, dating back to the 16th century, features three crosses overlooking the Neris River valley?
The Three Crosses
What lake in Lithuania is nicknamed "Eye of Lithuania" due to its perfectly round shape?
Lake Skaistis
Fun and Quirky Facts
What unusual record did Lithuania set in 2006, involving nearly 30,000 people holding hands?
The longest human chain, stretching across the country to mark the 800th anniversary of its first mention in chronicles
What traditional Lithuanian dessert is nicknamed "bread soup" and is surprisingly sweet, featuring soaked dried fruit and rye bread?
Kūčiukai
What unique basketball tradition sees fans throw yellow plush teddy bears onto the court when a visiting team misses two free throws?
The Rain of Teddy Bears
What Lithuanian invention revolutionized hot air ballooning by replacing wicker baskets with lighter gondolas made from aluminum?
The Fazakas Balloon Envelope
What quirky Lithuanian landmark is a 13-meter-tall sculpture of a woman's nose overlooking the Baltic Sea?
The Neringa Nose
Challenge Questions
What ancient Baltic religion, practiced for centuries in Lithuania, left behind numerous sacred groves and hill forts?
Romuva
What legendary Lithuanian warrior queen is said to have defeated the Teutonic Knights in battle?
Queen Jadwiga
What Lithuanian national symbol, a mythical bird of fire said to bring happiness and luck, is featured on its currency, the litas?
The Vytis
What unique Lithuanian singing tradition, recognized by UNESCO, involves improvisational polyphonic songs passed down through generations?
Sutartinės
What Lithuanian city, known as the "Capital of Basketball," boasts the EuroLeague's Žalgiris Kaunas, one of Europe's most successful basketball teams?
Kaunas