Excursion to Grūtas Park

Tuesday – July 24, 2012
09.00 - 16.00
Price per person – 70 EUR

Price includes:
• English speaking guide
• Transportation and admission fees
• Lunch

A tour to the Grūtas Park (140 km from Vilnius), a unique park in which pompous statues of soviet revolutionaries and political leaders, once dominating squares of Lithuanian towns and villages, have found their shelter after being removed more than 10 years ago. The open-air exhibition displays life-size sculptures and bas-reliefs portraying Soviet 'heroes'. Most of the monumental artworks were previously erected in Lithuanian cities only to be dismantled right at the end of Soviet occupation. The sculptures speak of megalomania - they testify the omnipresent force of the so-called 'communist' doctrine.The park hosts an information center on Soviet propaganda with authentic documents, photographs, and other relevant material. The shop offers souvenirs such as military caps. Soviet meals are served at the nearby restaurant. There is also a small petting zoo designed to entertain the kids.

Reservations are made on a first come first served basis. We reserve the right to cancel trips due to low enrolment. Participants will be offered the opportunity to book an alternative excursion or a full refund. We recommend to wear sneakers or comfortable walking shoes.

More info: Grūtas Park