Vingio Parkas, Vilnius

Vingio Parkas is a beloved spot for locals and tourists alike. With its vast 160-hectare area, the park offers a range of activities for people of all ages, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.

The park is popular among Vilnius residents for various recreational activities such as walking, cycling, and rollerblading. Moreover, the center of the park boasts a stage that is often used for concerts and celebrations. This stage has hosted many world-famous musicians and performers, in addition to Lithuanian music performers.

In the late 1980s, the Sąjūdis rallies were held in the stadium, which is located near the stage, and in 1993, Pope John Paul II celebrated mass here, making it a historical landmark. The park has an amphitheater that can accommodate a large number of people, making it a popular spot for cultural events and celebrations.

The park is an excellent place to spend quality time with family and friends. Visitors can enjoy the sounds of music played during concerts or relax on the grass with a picnic. The park has attractions for children in the warm season, several cafes, a sports equipment rental point, and a small zoo. During the summer, the park comes alive, and it's a perfect spot for people to gather and have fun.

The park has a rich history; in the 15th-16th centuries, it belonged to the nobles of the LDK, the Radvilas, later to Bishop Ignas Masalskis, and even later to the Governor General of Vilnius, Leontijus Beningsens, who built an ornate summer palace in the pine forest of the park.