Vilnius
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See | August 2011
A local landmark, this tower is more than 300m high. Head up in the lift to the panoramic Milky Way bar-restaurant.
Address: SAUSIO 13-OSIOS 10. | Tel: +370 (0)5 252 5333
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Hotels | August 2011
A fi ve-star delight, the Stikliai (pictured) was once a complex of workshops where glassblowers practised their craft in the 15th and 16th centuries. It now holds 43 sumptuous rooms complete with expansive bathrooms with underfl oor heating. Doubles from L670 (€200).
Address: 7 GAONO. | Tel: +370 (0)5 264 9595
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Bars | August 2011
Tiny and tucked away, this friendly, little cellar bar is where to come to sample Lithuanian beers. Taurus 1860, Gubernija Kunigaiksciu, superstrong Ragutis Fortas Sitpriausias: they're all here, as well as Sventinis Alus and Svyturys Ekstra and Utenos Porter. Great snacks, too.
Address: G 7 STIKLIU. | Tel: +370 (0)240 5670
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In the tasteful surroundings of the Hotel Grotthuss, built around the old city walls, La Pergola off ers gourmet cuisine to a well-heeled crowd. Try game, stews or the “Taste Lithuania” selection, complemented by a wine choice guided by the house sommelier.
Address: 7 LIGONINES. | Tel: +370 (0)5 266 0322
