Sirvėta Regional Park

Sirvėta Regional Park, positioned in northeastern Lithuania near the Belarusian border, is a hidden natural gem established in 1992 to protect a highly contoured terminal moraine landscape. The region is distinguished by its prominent, steep ridges of hills, violently pushed up by the advancing and retreating glaciers of the last Ice Age. Concealed between these rolling hills are over 30 small, crystal-clear glacial lakes, many of which lack any surface inflow or outflow. The park encompasses a rich mosaic of ancient oak and mixed forests, pristine wetlands, and traditional, small-scale agricultural lands neatly tucked into the valleys. This remarkably intact habitat is of paramount importance to numerous rare and threatened insect species, particularly saproxylic (deadwood-dependent) beetles that find excellent breeding conditions in the ancient oaks. Ornithologists also treasure the park as a vital nesting ground for elusive black storks and lesser spotted eagles. The ancient trade routes and historic hillforts scattered throughout add a profound historical depth to the scenery.

Nearby cities

Panevėžys

Panevėžys is located on the banks of the Nevėžis river and is the fifth largest city in Lithuania.

Jonava

Jonava is a city in central Lithuania known for its chemical industry.

Utena

Utena is an industrial city in eastern Lithuania and one of the oldest settlements in the country.

Kėdainiai Old Town

Kėdainiai was a major Reformation center in the 17th century.

Kėdainiai

Kėdainiai is one of the oldest cities in Lithuania and possesses a well-preserved old town.

Ukmergė

Ukmergė is one of the oldest cities in Lithuania and is located on the Šventoji River.

Ukmergė area

The rural area around Ukmergė offers a varied landscape with many historical manors.

Visaginas

Visaginas is the youngest city in Lithuania, originally built for the workers of the Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant.

Biržai

Biržai is located in northern Lithuania by Lake Širvėna.

Elektrėnai

Elektrėnai is a modern city founded during the Soviet era as a residence for the workers of the local power plant.

Rokiškis

Rokiškis is known for its magnificent manor house and traditional cheese production.

Grigiškės

Grigiškės is an industrial city west of Vilnius on the Voke River.

Anykščiai

Anykščiai is known as the literary capital of Lithuania and is located on the Šventoji River.

Trakų Vokė

Trakų Vokė is located in the suburban area of Vilnius.

Lentvaris

Lentvaris is an industrial city near Vilnius and Trakai.

History & landmarks

Vilnius Old Town

Vilnius Old Town is one of the largest surviving medieval town centers in Northern Europe.

Vilnius Town Hall

A Neoclassical landmark in the heart of the Old Town, designed by Laurynas Gucevičius.