1. “SAINT MARY” MIDDLE SPECIAL SCHOOL FOR HEARING IMPAIRED
School to School Strategic Partnership
n° FR01-KA _1
This project is funded with the support of the European Commission.
TRAVELLING AROUND LITHUANIA
E-PRESENTATION
“SAINT MARY” MIDDLE SPECIAL SCHOOL FOR HEARING IMPAIRED
BUCHAREST
ROMANIA

2. Geographic Settlement
Republic of lithuania
Geographic Settlement
Lithuania is a country in Northern Europe.
Lithuania is situated along the southeastern shore of the Baltic Sea.
Lithuania is the southernmost of the three Baltic states. Flat, arable land with many forests and lakes.
Boundaries
Border countries:
Latvia
Belarus
Russia
Poland
Total area: km²
Total area: sq km
Population: 3,255,324 

3. Symbols of Lithuania Republic
Symbols of Lithuania Republic
Currency: Euro
The flag has three colours:
red, green and yellow
Czech Koruna or Czech crown
Coat of arms

4. RELIEF
The country is predominantly flat, with a few low hills in the western uplands and
eastern highlands. Forests cover just over 30 % of the country.

5. Lithuania in the EU EU member country since: 1 May 2004
Seats in the European Parliament: 11
Currency: Euro. Member of the eurozone since 1 January 2015

6. IMPORTANT CITIES IN LITHUANIA
The most important cities in Lithuania are:
- Vilnius, the capital of the country
- Kaunas
- Klaipėda
- Palanga
- Nida
- Druskininkai
- Šiauliai
- Trakai
- Judokranté

7. Vilnius If you go to Vilnius don’t forget to visit:
Palace of the Grand Dukes
Of Lithuania
Gate of Dawn
Church of
Old town of Vilnius
St.Casimir

8. Vilnius
A panoramic view of the Old Town of Vilnius looking south from Gediminas Tower
The interior of Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn

9. VILNIUS Three Crosses in Kalnai Park Singing fountain in
Bernardinai Garden
Panorama of the modern city of Vilnius

10. KAUNAS
View of Kaunas,Lithuania

11. If you go to KAUNAS don’t forget to visit:
Vytautas
the Great Bridge
Unity square with
Eternal flame in
the centre
Vytautas the Great’s Church
St.Michael the Archangel Church

12. Klaipėda Spit fortress Old town of Klaipėda Arka Monument for united
Lithuania
Klaipėda

13. Klaipėda One of Klaipėda's most recognizable symbols – The Meridianas
Lithuania Minor museum
Royal Mail Palace, built in 1893

14. PALANGA The Tiškevičiai Palace houses the Amber Museum
The pier in Palanga
Tiškevičiai Palace park

15. NIDA St. Bartholomew's Cathedral Nida Port and marina (2004)
Curonian pennant
Lutheran Church(1888)

16. TRADITIONAL FOOD
Cepelinai, a potato-based dumpling dish characteristic of Lithuanian cuisine
karbonadas pieces of pork fried), provided
with tomatoes, cucumbers and potatoes,
Saltibarsciai is a beet and cucumber soup with sour cream

17. Potato pancakes
Cepelinai, named after Graff von Zeppelin because these potato dumplings are similar in form to airship he invented.
Karaim kibins are pastries filled with meat. Specialized restaurants may have some 20 filling options (from pork to game)
Potato pancakes (left) and Samogitian pancakes (right) served with sour cream (one of the traditional sauce options).

18. DAILY LIFE IN LITHUANIA REPUBLIC
Domestic Unit. „The primary domestic unit is the nuclear family based on a marital relationship. Households are often run
by women, who have traditionally been the cooks and cleaners. This has changed because more women are discovering that
if they stay home, they miss out on opportunities to make money and can lose their competitive status in the job market.
Families usually have close ties with parents and immediate relatives, and much of everyday life focuses on this relationship.
Lithuanians often use the term "acquaintance" and grant the title of "friend" only to someone who is very close and like a
member of the family.”
Kin Groups.” Membership in groups helps some people improve their standard of living. Strong social networks and
extended relationships with family and friends are an important part of life. Often family members are assisted by relatives
who live abroad and send money, clothing, and other goods.”
Child Rearing and Education. „Child rearing is traditionally the responsibility of the mother. Although the law allows
fathers to take paternal leave and receive paternal pay, it is not common for men to do this. Children are required to complete
nine years of formal schooling, but most finish twelve grades. The number of specialized schools has increased as higher
education has become more popular. Many children also attend music, art, or athletics schools.”

19. Higher Education. „There are fifteen institutions of higher education: six universities, seven academies, and two institutes.
Most higher education is free or very inexpensive, as the state subsidizes 75 percent of university education. A university
education is becoming increasingly important for getting a good job.
Studying abroad has become very popular, although complications with visas and high foreign tuition present problems for many students.
Foreign donor programs make it possible for many students to overcome these financial difficulties.
The largest universities are Vilnius University, Vytautas Didysis University, Kaunas Technological University. “
Medicine and health care „The health care system, many of whose elements are left over from the Soviet regime, is a system of state hospitals,
clinics, and smaller doctors' offices, with a growing number of private practitioners. People who go to public health clinics
often face long lines and complain about the high prices of prescription drugs, but visits to the doctor are free.
Economic conditions have a significant influence on health; some families cannot afford to buy healthy foods or pay for
prescription medicines. Doctors often are not paid on time because of lack of funds or cutbacks. While there are many
doctors, they often face the problem of scarce resources. As a result, it is customary for patients to take a "gift" to the doctor
to thank him for his services and ensure that he makes an effort to get the patient what he or she needs.
Many people prefer to use traditional home remedies that have been passed down for generations. Hot tea with honey or
lemon, vodka, chamomile, and mustard plasters on the back are considered a sure cure for the common cold or the flu and
cost far less than products available in pharmacies.
Doctors make house calls, especially for older people and those living on the countryside.”

20. ROMANIAN ERASMUS+ TEAM