Lithuania

SHORT INFORMATION

Overview of Lithuania

Officially name: The Republic of Lithuania

Capital: Vilnius

Largest city: Vilnius

Official language: Lithuanian

Government: Semi-presidential republic

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Lithuanian Cuisine

The products featured in Lithuanian cuisine are suited to the country's cool and moist northern climate: barley, potatoes, rye, beets, greens, berries and mushrooms are locally grown and dairy products are a specialty of the country.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

New Year in Lithuania

New Year in Lithuania is celebrated with much pomp and splendor. The major cities of Lithuania including Vilnius, Palanga and Klaipeda celebrate New Year in Lithuania in high spirit of merrymaking. One of the major festivals and events celebrated in Lithuania is New Year.