This private Museum of Ethnocosmology tour from Vilnius invites you to find new experiences in the very center of Europe.
This private Museum of Ethnocosmology tour from Vilnius invites you to find new experiences in the very center of Europe.
Have a day full of exciting memories on this non traditional the Museum of Ethnocosmology tour. The Museum, which is the the first and the only museum of such character in the world, represents relationship of a man and mankind with Cosmic World, so you’ll gain an insight into Lithuanian ethnic culture, astronomic knowledge and philosophical aspects of human existence in this Universe. Before heading back to Vilnius, stop in Geographical Centre of Europe, which was calculated in 1989 by the scientist from French National Geographic Institute Jean-George Affholder. The white granite pillar, surrounded by a crown of starts on the top and stonework with an engraved plate as well as pictureque are of forest, will give you new experience in the very center of Europe.
Vilnius centrally located hotel, apartments, etc.
Vilnius centrally located hotel, apartments, etc.
10:00 am
Morning pick up from Vilnius centrally located hotel and about an hour drive to Moletai area.
Excursion at the Museum of Ethnosomology, which comprises of three sections. The first one is a five-hall underground gallery, where Ethnocosmology is presented by ethnology, history of science, and both philosophical and astronomical point of views. At the lecture you will learn more about Ethnocosmology ideas and key topics, digital images of space; you will also be introduced with the best telescopes and spacecraft cameras. After that 32 metres observation spot .The view from here is breathtaking: six lakes and a panorama of Labanoras forest can be seen.
Finally the last section of the museum is an outdoor exposure, also worth visiting.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
On the way to Vilnius brief stop at the geographical centre of Europe, which is located near Purnuskes village (26 km north of Vilnius). In 1997, a stone marking the centre was unveiled here and in 2004, a new monument – a white granite column decorated with a crown of starts was set up. At the hear of the continent you’ll be able to send a poscard or get a certificate, acknowledging your visit in the Center of Europe.
Transfer to Vilnius and drop off at your hotel/apartments or other central place.