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- 1.4 Recent events. 2 Significance of the Hill of Crosses. 3 See also. 4 References. 5 External links. Toggle the table of contents. Hill of Crosses.
- The Hill of Crosses (Kryžių kalnas) – Is a small hill near the city Siauliai (Lithuania), covered with hundreds of thousands of crosses.
- “For some people, the Hill of Crosses is a place of contemplation and prayer. For others, it symbolises defiance and resistance in the darker times.
- Hill of Crosses — can be found just in a few hours by car from Vilnius. We visited it a few weeks ago. I have heard about this place before...
- An old hill fort covered in over 100,000 crosses is a symbol of Lithuanian nationalism and beliefs. Been Here? ... Add Hill of Crosses to a New List. View all photos.
- mount crosses lithuania. Photo: General view of the Hill of Crosses ©CNS photo. The Hill of Crosses is first mentioned in writings of the mid-19th century.
- The Hill of Crosses in Lithuania is unlike anything we have ever experienced. It is a beautiful religious site filled with history and love.
- But since Lithuania declared independence in 1990, the Hill of Crosses has become not only a tourist attraction, but also a national symbol.
- How can reach:- "Hill of Crosses" is located near of the Siauliai city in central Lithuania country. It is just 219.0 KM distance from Vilnius capital city.
