The 10 BEST Free Walking Tours in Utena
Introduction
The following article introduces Utena, a beautiful and picturesque town in the northern part of Lithuania. For those who love active rest or travel, desire to know the history of different countries and cultures, walking tours in Utena won’t remain indifferent. In this blog post, the of day itinerary for Utena will be described in detail such as the main sites and the places which are not popular among tourists but worth to be visited.
1. Utena Old Town
The recommendations for the wandering start from the Old Town of Utena which is considered to be the central part of the city. During your free time, walk along the paved alleys, visit numerous picturesque buildings, which are protected by the preservation laws and enjoy the view to the essence of history. Among such places, it is worth visiting the Town Hall Square, there you can pore over the history of the town and take a cup of coffee in one of the queer cafes.
1.1 The Old Castle
One of the attractions of the guests of Utena Old Town is the Old Castle, which is feudal fortress built in middle of the 15th century. Take a guided tour for the castle and its glorious architectures, visit the museum inside the castle for more historical visit about the town. There is no doubt that you can have an astonishing look on the surrounding landscape if you climb to the top of the castle tower.
2. Utena Park
Next, head towards Utena Park, a green oasis in the heart of the city. This park is a large piece of ground that contains beautifulstrolling paths, water bodies and attractive gardens. Sit under a tree or lay on the grass, take food and drinks and have a picnic, there is enough space to ride bicycles around the park. Look out for the sculptures and functional arts that are also placed all over the park.
2.1 Amber Museum-Gallery
The Amber Museum-Gallery is situated in Utena Park and speaks with interest to all collectors and fans of art. Let the king of stones – Lithuanian national gem – amber captivate you through the works of arts showcased as jewellery and other masterpieces. It also has a section for temporary exhibitions, which effectively demonstrate the applicability of this beautiful mineral.
3. Utena Lake
Proceed with the next site seeing to Utena Lake, a beautiful lake for whatever activities you may require including fascinated views. Leaving the noisy streets behind and passing by the lake, one can spend time simply walking aimlessly and enjoying the nature. For the more adventurous persons, they can hire a kayak or even a pedal boat so as to enjoy the balancing tests on the lake’s waters are quite sociable.
3.1 Utena Castle
In the locale of a lake you can find Utena Castle, which represents the sacred place of the relations between the characters. Following architects’ advice, this neo-Gothic would have been constructed in the 19th century; it now operates as a hotel. Though, as a visitor, you will not be residing in the castle, you can attend the exteriors and take great photos. This makes the castle well suitable for a break and have a small meal within the compound or just outside.
4. Šventoji River
Finish your walking tour at Šventoji River. This is a calm and beautiful river in Utena which is capable of giving both very calm environment as well as excellent views. The photographs can be used to relax and take some time off from the chaos of life or relax by the river side for some moments of quietness.
4.1 The Bridge of Love
When taking a stroll about the valley of the Šventoji River you can admire the ‘love.’ It is a customary of the couples from across the world to place padlock on the bridge and throw the keys into the river as a sign of an unbreakable bond. Eva finally adds her own lock: The visitors are not just looking with curiosity, they are participating and becoming a part of the tradition of love.
Conclusion
It is as interesting to take a walking tour of Utena that would promote the discovery of these remnants of the old age as it is to look for the natural features of the Lithuanian countryside around the city. There are indeed many interesting places to visit such as from Old Town to Utena Park, to Utena Lake, down to the Šventoji River. So the time has come to pull on a pair of comfortable shoes and go exploring to see what is not well-known about Utena.
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