Travel in Lithuania

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Lithuania is a vibrant, quirky and largely unspoiled country, which has undergone rapid change since becoming independent from the Soviet Union. You’ll find lively nightlife, both in Vilnius and on the coast, ample grounds for outdoor pursuits in the national parks and several great beaches, as well as a stark contrast between city life and rural simplicity. Here's our pick of the best things to do in Lithuania.

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Set almost in the middle of the country, Lithuania’s second city is 92km from the capital of Vilnius. Two rivers – Neris and Nemunas (Neman) meet close to the Old Town, a compact tangle of streets. The centrepiece is Town Hall Square, which hosts events such as a Christmas Market.

Singapore has the most powerful passport in the world, knocking Japan off the top of the list for the first time in five years.

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At the start of this year, the Henley Passport Index 2023, compiled by consultancy firm Henley & Partners, revealed that Japan had the most powerful passport in the world. For the fifth year in a row, the Japanese passport bagged the top spot—either alone or tied with Singapore. But now, according to the most recent ranking, based on exclusive and official data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Singapore has pipped Japan to the post and become the most powerful passport. Japan has dropped to third place for the first time in half a decade.