Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania that is located on the river Vilnia and surrounded by pine forests. The Old Town of Vilnius covers the area of 360 hectares and there are priceless monuments of various cultures, eras and architectural styles. Among the most recognizable buildings of the capital of Lithuania there are the Cathedral of St. Stanislaus, the 16th-century Gate of Dawn, the Church of St. Michael and Bernardine Monastery as well as the university. Since 1994, Vilnius Old Town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
