Church of the Holy Guardian Angels, Alytus

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Church of the Holy Guardian Angels, Alytus

Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Church of the Holy Guardian Angels, Alytus, Catholic church in Alytus, Lithuania

The Church of the Holy Guardian Angels features a Latin cross layout with a rectangular apse and exhibits Neoclassical and Neo-Baroque architectural elements.

Built in 1830, the church replaced Saint Anne's Chapel from the 17th century and underwent substantial renovations between 1889 and 1919 under priest Mykolas Migauskas.

The church cemetery contains 114 graves of independence volunteers, including Antanas Juozapavičius, the first officer killed by Bolshevik forces in Alytus.

Located in central Alytus, the church maintains regular religious services and welcomes visitors interested in its architecture and historical monuments.

The cemetery features a monument created by sculptor Vytautas Kašuba dedicated to fallen volunteers who fought for Lithuanian independence.

Location: Alytus

GPS coordinates: 54.39884,24.05089

Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Church of the Holy Guardian Angels, Alytus: Catholic church in Alytus, Lithuania » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes