Lithuania Cross Hill

Hill of Crosses - Kryziu Kalnas

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The Hill of Crosses (Lithuanian: Kryžių kalnas ) is a site of pilgrimage about 12 km north of the city of Šiauliai, in northern Lithuania. The precise origin of the …

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Mar 11, 2025
The Hill of Crosses in Lithuania is a powerful symbol of faith, resilience, and hope. Located near Šiauliai, this sacred site is covered with over 100,000 crosses, placed by visitors as acts of devot…Full review by Vee G
Dec 27, 2024
The views from the hill of the three crosses are superb and you can see the whole of the old town of Vilnius. It is not the easiest climb in the world from the cathedral square side of the hill but t…Full review by ldgp14
Oct 24, 2024
Amazing view of the city from here, probably the best view of old town and the castle that you can get. Much closer to the city than the TV Tower, so it is easier to point things out and notice littl…Full review by RoxyMatty
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More than 100,000 crosses and crucifixes of varying shapes and sizes clink together in religious harmony on a small mound north of …
cityseeker.com
The Hill of Three Crosses is a monument in Vilnius, created by the Polish architect Antoni Wiwulski in 1916. Three white crosses locate…
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The Hill of Crosses is a famous site of pilgrimage. The precise origin of the practice of leaving crosses on the hill is uncertain, but it i…
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How long is the walk up? Thanks
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It’s uphill but no more than 15 mins from the edge of the old town. You can see the crosses from the cathedral square
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What is the best way to walk to the crosses?
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Start from Bernardine gardens, coming from downtown after the gate cross the river and follow the path. The crosses are up on the left.
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