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The national park that draws mushroom hunters from around the world (BBC)

In Lithuania’s Dzūkija National Park, losing yourself amongst the pine trees while hunting for mushrooms is an occurrence so common it has its own word: "nugrybauti".

Burial Crowns of Lithuanian-Polish Rulers Unveiled in Vilnius Cathedral Crypts (Lithuania.lt)

The crypts beneath Vilnius Cathedral have revealed an extraordinary discovery: the burial crowns and insignia of Lithuanian-Polish rulers. Hidden since the onset of World War II in 1939, these priceless artifacts were presented for the first time this week and are undergoing meticulous restoration by the Church Heritage Museum. By the end of the year, the treasures will be exhibited, offering an unparalleled glimpse into Lithuania’s rich historical and cultural legacy.

Lithuania’s Life Sciences Sector Maintains Momentum (Lithuania.lt)

Lithuania continues its rise as a life sciences powerhouse in Europe. From impressive GDP contributions to groundbreaking infrastructure projects, the country is setting the pace for innovation and growth in the region.

From Earth to Space: Lithuania’s Year-Long Celebration of Visionary Artist Čiurlionis (Lithuania.lt)

This year, Lithuania marks the 150th birth anniversary of Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, one of its most extraordinary cultural figures. A child prodigy who mastered piano by age five and organ by six, Čiurlionis became Lithuania’s first modern composer and a groundbreaking painter. During his tragically short life – he died at 35 – he created 400 musical pieces and 300 works of art, pioneering new forms like pictorial sonatas that fused painting and music.

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