include that Maggie did the research: Lithuania
By: Maggie Stello
Sveiki (Svey-kee)!
That is hello/hi/welcome in Lithuanian, the language of Lithuania.
Capital
The Capital of Lithuania is Vilnius, located in the Southeastern part of Lithuania.
Size in square miles
The size of Lithuania in square miles is 25,212 square miles.
Bordering countries
Some boarding countries of Lithuania are Latvia (to the north), Belarus (to the east), Poland (to the south), and Russia (to the southwest).
Surrounding bodies of water
Surrounding bodies of water near there are the Baltic Sea, the Curnian Lagoon, and the Curnian Spit.
Climate
The climate is 18-20 C average in July/Summer, and 3-5 C in January/Winter.
Population
The current population is 2.89 million people while the average life expectancy is 72 years for men, and 82 for women.
Government
The type of government is called The Seimas,
with the current leader of Lithuania is Gitanas Nauseda.
Money
The type of money used is called Euro.
Religion
One major religion is called Roman Catholic.
Languages
There are many different languages spoken there, them being Lithuanian, Russian, Polish, English, and Ukrainian.
Traditional clothing
Most traditional clothing are vibrant woven skirts, blouses, detailed aprons, and sashes.
Traditional food
Traditional food there are meat-stuffed potato dumplings, cold beetroot soup, and fried garlic bread.
Holidays
Some holidays most people celebrate are Christmas, Easter, New Year's day, or Christmas Eve.
Leisure activities
Some leisure activities people do in Lithuania are kayaking, relaxing in spa resorts, hot air ballooning, and hiking.
Facts
Facts about Lithuania are that Lithuania is deep in for basketball, has a rich history, and has its own ancient language.
Natural Resources
Natural resources are plants, gravel, sand, quartz, and gypsum.
Main industries
Main industries are food processing, furniture, laser tech, and chemicals.
Imports
Imports in Lithuania are crude petroleum, cars, gas, and telephones.
Exports
Exports in Lithuania are machinery, petro, furniture, and plastics.
Unique Places
Three unique places in Lithuania and why they are interesting to see:
1. The Hills of Crosses would be interesting to see because it is a site with over 100,000 crosses, symbolizing national resilience and deep spirituality.
2. The Trakai Island Castle is a stunning 14th-century red brick castle situated in the middle of Lake Galve, offering a mix of medieval history and nature.
3. Grutas Park is a park filled with statues of Lenin, Stalin, and other Soviet leaders, often called "Soviet Disneyland."
3 historical events and famous people
1. Olympic swimmer, Ruta Meilutyte, who won 1 gold medal in the year of 2012.
2. In 1253, King Mindaugas was crowned, uniting the Lithuanian lands, making it a very historical day for Lithuania.
3. Filmmaker Jonas Mekas, nicknamed "Godfather of American avant-garde cinema."
Slogan
Lithuania, the small country with big ideas.