Lithuania: Modernist Kaunas: Architecture of Optimism, 1919-1939

This property testifies to the rapid urbanization that transformed the provincial town of Kaunas into a modern city that became Lithuania’s provisional capital between the First and Second World Wars. Its community-driven transformation of an urban landscape was adapted from an earlier town layout. The quality of modern Kaunas was manifested through the spatial organization of the Naujamiestis (New Town) and Žaliakalnis (Green Hill) areas, and in public buildings, urban spaces and residences constructed during the interwar period that demonstrate a variety of styles in which the Modern Movement found architectural expression in the city. Source: whc.unesco.org

Inscribed- 2023

Lithuania: Kernavė Archaeological Site (Cultural Reserve of Kernavė)

Thanks to Ieva.

Lithuania/ Russia: Curonian Spit

Human habitation of this elongated sand dune peninsula, 98 km long and 0.4-4 km wide, dates back to prehistoric times. Throughout this period it has been threatened by the natural forces of wind and waves. Its survival to the present day has been made possible only as a result of ceaseless human efforts to combat the erosion of the Spit, dramatically illustrated by continuing stabilisation and reforestation projects. Source:whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 2000

Postcard 1: From Lithuania

Thanks to Vilvante

Postcard 2: From Lithuania (Multiview)

Thanks to Ms Leva.

Postcard 3: From Russia

Thanks to Mr Valdim.

Lihuania: Vilnius Historic Centre