From time immemorial, to many Soviet residents, Lithuania seemed to be a foreigner who accidentally fell into the company of socialist republics, which, in general, was the case. The country very warmly welcomes all tourists from both the west and the east.
Weather
Lithuania is located at the crossroads of continental and maritime climates. Therefore, even the most experienced forecasters do not undertake to predict the weather in December. The average temperature in December is -5 ° C, but it can drop down to -30 ° C. There is never a lot of snow, so Lithuanians rejoice at every snowfall, especially if it snows on the eve of major holidays.
Recreation, entertainment
Winter travel sets you in the right mood. Holidays in Lithuania in December have their positive aspects. There is an opportunity to calmly explore the sights of Vilnius and Kaunas in the absence of crowds of tourists, to see how the locals are anxiously preparing for the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Shopping
It seems banal, but always a long-awaited gift from Lithuania - amber. A small pebble for luck or a set of amber jewelry in a gold frame - everyone chooses to his taste and wallet.
Lithuania boasts delicious balms and stronger alcoholic beverages that will please male tourists. As well as zeppelins (huge potato pancakes with meat), buckets (the same grated potatoes, resembling sausage in a natural casing). The beautiful half of humanity will be delighted with cheeses and shakotis - a baked product of a very complex design.
Holidays, events
The winter holidays begin on December 1, when the kids meet Grandpa Kaleda. On the same day, lights are lit on the main Christmas tree of the country, which symbolizes the beginning of Advent. For believers, this is a deep fast, cleansing before the holiday. Children have joy, they count down the days until Christmas according to a special calendar, where a delicious gift is hidden behind each number.
One of the interesting events takes place on December 23, the day of Blukas. This is the name of the old stump - a symbol of unfinished business and unfulfilled desires. It is solemnly carried through the courtyards of the old city, and then burned so that the problems end, and you can celebrate Christmas with a pure heart.
Christmas holidays in Catholic Lithuania are celebrated magnificently, solemnly, in compliance with certain rules, which tourists are also ready to fulfill with pleasure.
Carnivals, fairs, festivals
Tourists pay special attention to the fabulous town that appears in the historic center of Vilnius. Souvenirs dedicated to future holidays are sold in tents, an orchestra is playing, couples are dancing in a dance. Folklore groups delight the eye, and mulled wine, which is sold here, warms the soul.
An equally significant event is taking place in Kaunas - up to 400 Santa Clauses gather at the national Christmas congress, from where their roads to big cities and small Lithuanian villages begin.
