The Hill of Crosses is one of Lithuania’s most famous pilgrimage and cultural sites. Located near the city of Šiauliai, it is a hill covered with hundreds of thousands of crosses placed by visitors over many generations.

The tradition began in the 19th century as a symbol of hope, faith, and remembrance for those lost during uprisings and wars. During the Soviet occupation, the site was repeatedly destroyed by authorities, but people continued rebuilding it, making it a powerful symbol of Lithuanian resistance and national identity.

Today, the Hill of Crosses attracts pilgrims and tourists from around the world and remains an important spiritual and historical landmark in Lithuania.

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