Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, Renaissance palace in Cathedral Square, Vilnius, Lithuania
The Palace of the Grand Dukes spans four wings around a central courtyard, featuring Renaissance architecture with Gothic and Baroque elements throughout its structure.
The palace served as the center of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth from the 15th to 17th centuries until its demolition in 1801 by Russian authorities.
The National Museum inside the palace presents four distinct routes, showcasing Lithuanian royal heritage through artifacts, furniture, and period-specific architectural details.
The museum opens daily except Mondays, with guided tours available in multiple languages and special exhibitions displayed in the Museum Exhibition Centre.
Archaeological excavations revealed over 300,000 artifacts from medieval times, including ceramics, glassware, and weapons, now displayed in dedicated exhibition halls.
Location: Vilnius
Architects: Bartolommeo Berrecci
Architectural style: Renaissance
Website: https://valdovurumai.lt/en
GPS coordinates: 54.68585,25.28896
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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