Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania situated on the confluence of the Vilnia and Neris rivers.
About Vilnius
Vilnius is an important railroad junction and an industrial and commercial center. Vilnius' principal manufactures include electrical and electronic equipment, processed foods, clothing, furniture, and forest products.
Monuments of Vilnius
Vilnius is noted as a cultural center and is the site of many monuments. The city's university, founded in 1579 as a Jesuit academy, is the oldest in Lithuania. Vilnius is a cosmopolitan city with diverse architechture. There are more than 40 churches in Vilnius. Vilnius is the major economic centre of Lithuania and one of the largest financial centres of the Baltic states.
Transportation of Vilnius
Vilnius International Airport serves most Lithuanian international flights to many major European destinations. Vilnius has a well developed public transportation system.
