Vilnius

Vilnius (Belarusian ??????, {{P-L}} ', Russian ???????, formerly ??????, German Wilna; see also cities' alternative names) is the capital and largest city of Lithuania, with a population of over 540,000 in 2003. It is the capital of the Vilnius city municipality and of the Vilnius district municipality. It is also the county seat of Vilnius County.

Transport

Vilnius is the starting point of the Vilnius-Kaunas-Klaip?da and the Vilnius-Panev??ys highways. Though the river Neris may be navigable, no regular water routes exist. Vilnius International Airport serves most Lithuanian international flights to many major European destinations. Vilnius railway station is an important hub as well.

Related Topics:
Klaip?da - Panev??ys - Highway - Neris - Vilnius International Airport - Railway

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There is a trolleybus network for main public transport routes. An urban rail system is planned for the future. More information can be found at the Vilnius Transport website.

Related Topics:
Trolleybus - Public transport

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