Lithuania

Lonely Planet calls Lithuania “rebellious, quirky and vibrant.”  This millennium old country will be the European capital of culture in 2009, hosting numerous events all year.  Now more than ever take the opportunity to spend a semester where rich history is alive in modern life.

Approved Programs:

LCC International University

Quick Facts:

• Capital: Vilnius
• Languages: Lithuanian (official), Russian, Polish
• Size: Slightly larger than West Virginia
• Climate: Moderate and wet winters and summers
• Trivia: On March 11, 1990, Lithuania became the first of the Soviet Republics to declare independence.

For more information…

CIA World Factbook

US Embassy in Lithuania

Lithuania Tourism







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