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Chaimas Frenkelis’ villa, the Bicycle Museum, the Photography Museum, Cat Museum, small architecture, the monument to Pope John Paul II, the Sundial square, sculpture "The iron fox", Chocolate Museum, apostles Peter and Paul’s cathedral, Žaliūkiai miller’s homestead.
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Šiauliai is waiting for all: both townspeople and visitors. Each city has its own history, unique landmarks and special places of interest. Traces of the past of the Sun city and today’s reflections have created a peculiar history of the city of Šiauliai, which is reflected in numerous monographs and photo albums. The city is abundant in places of interest, which are worth seeing, staying and returning many times again. You are welcome at the museums, churches, historical landmarks as well as small architecture on the boulevard and other places of interest, surrounded by myths and colourful stories. Approaching the city, from far away you are greeted by St. Peter and Paul’s Cathedral – the most striking piece of Renaissance Mannerism architecture in Lithuania. You will see one of the oldest sundials on the wall of this building, which has survived in our country until now. In the Sundial Square you will see one of the main dominants of the city – ‘Šaulys’ (‘The Archer’). This gilded sculpture, almost four meters high, which is also called ‘The Golden Boy’, and metal numbers 12, 3 and 6, infused in the pavement of the square, signifying hours, combine three most important symbols of Šiauliai city: the Sun, giving a sense to the Battle of the Sun, which took place in the territory of the city, the archer, associated with the origin of the name of the city, and time that has passed since the day when the name of the city was mentioned for the first time. Not far, on Talkša lake shore, stands ‘The Iron Fox’, which is included in the Lithuanian Guinness Book of Records as the largest animal sculpture. The building of the early twentieth century – Chaim Frenkel villa – offers visitors to go back to the past, visiting stylized expositions ‘Provincial Manor and the City’, ‘Jewish Cultural Heritage in Šiauliai: Merchants the Frekeliai’. The villa also operates one of the few expositions for people with visual impairments and the blind in Lithuania ‘Things that Speak’. Visiting unique Lithuanian Bicycle museum and Cats museum, you will both admire the abundance of various exhibits and hear interesting stories. There are many places of interest and landmarks in Šiauliai region too, the stories of which date back to old times and arouse a variety of interpretations. Manors, smaller properties, mounds, old mills, museums and other places of interest – mirages of the past and present of Šiauliai region – will surprise by various historical facts and images. The Hill of Crosses, situated in Šiauliai district, is a unique sacred place, which is visited by thousands of tourists every year. It has been counted that there are about 100 thousand crosses from all over the world. Kurtuvėnai town is decorated with the authentically restored manor complex and unique wooden barn representing the eighteenth-century Baroque style. Naisiai settlement is famous not only for its beautiful landscapes and annual cultural events but also for the unique Lithuanian museum of Balts’ gods. Places of interest in the city of Šiauliai and in Šiauliai region will satisfy everyone’s curiosity, while unexpected stories and good emotions will ensure having a good time here.
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There are definitely plenty of things to do upon arrival to the Sun city. A wide choice of tours and educational programmes will pleasantly surprise both guests and local residents. Those who want a ‘closer’ look at the city of Šiauliai can opt for one of the most popular sightseeing tours ‘Šiauliai – the City of the Sun’ and visit places of interest in Šiauliai. The tour ‘Šiauliai City Boulevard’ is an opportunity to get familiarised with the small architecture and hear old and new stories about the city. Those who wish to feel the real spirit of the city can choose a walk with the famous designer of the city V.Puronas. Colourful stories of this artist will take you to the old Šiauliai and let you enjoy today’s spicy details. You can admire beautiful scenery in the city centre having chosen the tour ‘Talkša Ecological Trail’. Tours ‘Ethnography and Nature’, ‘Femininity’, ‘Jewish Heritage’ will enrich your stay in Šiauliai with unexpected shades. Those who dream to learn about Šiauliai even more have a possibility to supplement the sightseeing tour around the city with specialized tours such as ‘Mysterious Cellars of the Brewery’, ‘Chocolate and Coffee Tasting in AJ Chocolate House’. Those who want to not only see and taste but also take part in the manufacturing process can opt for active programmes: ‘Educational Sessions in the Chocolate Museum’, ‘Tasting of Organic Oils and Production of Creams’, ‘Educational Sessions Using Ancient Viking Weaving Machinery’, ‘Manufacturing of Sweets in AJ Chocolate House’. A special tour offer is prepared for the smallest pries and guests of the city. If you want to stay both in Šiauliai city and in neighbouring areas, you will be delighted by a cognitive-entertaining tour ‘From Angels to Ghosts’, taking you to the famous Hill of Crosses, Bubiai mound and Kurtuvėnai town. A similar route is also offered for children in a special tour ‘Let’s Fool around in Nature with Angels and Horses’, who will have a good time enjoying colourful stories and familiarising themselves with Kurtuvėnai manor stud farm complex. Šiauliai region also offers a wide assortment of cognitive and recreational tours for guests from abroad and residents of the country. Every traveller who will choose such tours as ‘Naisiai Summer Days’, ‘Mūša Marsh History Trails’, “Along the Curves of Witch Spells’, ‘Radviliškis: along the Iron Road to the Future’ or ‘Black Pottery Workshop in Gruzdžiai’ will complement their suitcases with amazing experiences and good emotions. Educational programmes such as “The Tour around Verteliai Pottery Museum-Studio’, ‘Dargaičiai – the Village that has Survived throughout Ages’, ‘The Pilgrim Bread Drink’ will provide an opportunity to touch ancient Lithuanian crafts and traditions and this way better understand the Lithuanian nation.
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Looking for a souvenir as a fairing from Šiauliai, a pleasant trifle for a friend or a serious business gift? You will find all of it here, in Šiauliai Tourism Information Centre. You will be surprised by a wide and colourful selection of gifts and souvenirs ranging from bookmarks, magnets, keychains to books, paintings and ceramic works. We are happy to offer and help you find the right souvenir not only with the accents of Šiauliai city and Šiauliai region but also with Lithuanian symbols. Ceramic works of artists of Šiauliai region (sculptures, vases, decorative plates and mugs), paintings and etchings – all will subtly integrate into your or your friends’ home space. Distinctive black pottery items will let you feel the spirit of the past, resurrected through old craft traditions of Lithuania. Wooden souvenirs are small cosy gifts from Lithuania; they fit in your palm, smell of wood and easily adapt to kind-hearted people’s life. Linen-cotton towels and bags with symbols of Šiauliai and Lithuania are a perfect choice for those looking for a universal gift or fairings from the Sun city. Cheerful cups decorated by famous artists of Šiauliai will present you and your close person warm emotions every morning. Wishes on picturesque postcards with landmarks of Šiauliai and other Lithuanian cities is an exciting way to surprise. Extremely popular among visitors, embodying the symbol of Šiauliai city, playful and adventurous souvenir pillow ‘The Small Sun’ will definitely not leave anyone indifferent. The book about the city of Šiauliai, places of interest in Šiauliai city, Šiauliai region or Lithuanian land are great gifts, which will find their places on every shelf. Small souvenirs – keychains, magnets, bookmarks, handkerchiefs, badges, etc. – will also perfectly reflect pleasant recollections about Šiauliai city.
Accommodation
Šiauliai city offers quite a large range of accommodation services. Depending on your wishes and needs, you can choose the most suitable place: the hotel, guesthouse, hostel or motel. The largest and the highest hotel of the city called ‘Šiauliai’ is situated in the city centre, in the strategically convenient location, offering its clients excellent transportation and entertainment opportunities. Hotel windows overlook the panoramic view of the Resurrection square, the Cathedral and Talkša lake. The hotel ‘Šaulys’, also located in the city centre, is a great place to stay if you come for work or recreational purposes. Offered amenities, a cosy restaurant and helpful staff will satisfy your needs and ensure your comfort. If you are looking for accommodation services in the city centre but prefer a quieter place, choose ‘Saulininkas’, located near the city park. A small hotel ‘Grafaitė’ in the outskirts of the city also pampers its visitors with calmness, attention and tasty food. Good rest and more interesting food is offered in the hotel “Šiaulių krašto medžiotojų užeiga”, where you will be surprised by a variety of game dishes. Those who are dreaming to escape the city bustle are welcome at the hotel-restaurant ‘Grafas Zubovas’, which is housed in a restored nineteenth century manor. Here you will be delighted by authentic environment, European cuisine and pleasant service. Other excellent accommodation options are rural tourism homestead ‘Girelė’, located near Šiauliai, guesthouse ‘Meškių dvarkiemis’, motel ‘Smakų smakas’, etc., providing a possibility to enjoy both calm rest, delicious dishes, colourful landscape and cheerful entertainment in nature. You will also find a variety of accommodation in Šiauliai region. There are particularly attractive accommodation offers for nature lovers and those seeking peaceful shelter. Travellers travelling in summer time can find excellent accommodation in campsites of Šiauliai region. It is a perfect choice for those who want to stay in the embrace of nature, listening to bird songs and the wind whispering in the trees. Those aspiring to feel the spirit of the past and enjoy exclusive surroundings are expected at the hotel housed in Pakruojis manor, Rimuošė manor, hotel ‘Audruvis’, etc. Modern and cosy rural tourism homesteads such as Jonaitiškiai manor, ‘Ąžuolų slėnis’, ‘Žarija’ will also provide you with quality accommodation and entertainment services and ensure excellent rest.
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Šiauliai invites to recreate all: big and small, townspeople and visitors. The Sun city can offer an abundance of various leisure activities related to sports, culture, spa services, shopping and celebration. Those who are interested in active leisure will be surprised by a large range of entertainment: horseback riding, shooting, skating, cycling, paintball, airsoft, bowling, karting, laser games, adventure park, swimming pools, sports clubs, dance studios, etc. Extreme sensations are awaiting you in the adventure park ‘Splius’, located in the old park of Šiauliai, near the city centre. Here you will be cheered by both specially equipped tracks for children and the possibility to climb the trees. Those dreaming about an even greater amount of adrenaline and fantastic impressions are offered to address Šiauliai parachute club members, who will be happy to make your parachute jump special. Cultural life of the city also offers a variety of entertainment possibilities, which will enrich every resident’s and guest’s leisure with beautiful moments. The multifunctional complex Šiauliai arena, which is the largest in Northern Lithuania, constantly offers a colourful repertoire to townspeople and visitors: various cultural, sports events and other mass or chamber events. Šiauliai Drama Theatre, Šiauliai Culture Centre are particularly popular among townspeople who favour performances, concerts and other events. Those who like visiting exhibitions are invited to drop in the ‘Laiptai’ gallery, Šiauliai Art Gallery, Gallery of Šiauliai University, ‘Trakų Gatvė’ Gallery, Gallery ‘Akis’. Those who want to pamper themselves with beauty procedures and enjoy a cosy environment are welcome in spa parlours ‘Soulspace’, ‘Divalis’, ‘Vanilė’, ‘Klipas’, etc. Once you drop in the massage house ‘Mariči’, professional staff will enhance your body and soul in the relaxing oriental style atmosphere. Šiauliai region also offers you an abundance of entertainment. There are particularly many offers for those who dream of active leisure in nature. Horseback riding, canoeing and yacht sailing, fishing, pheasant hunting are all for you, your friends and guests. Stud farms of Kurtuvėnai Regional Park, Žagarė and ‘Audruvis’ invite all who wish to enjoy horse riding therapy and feel psychological and emotional comfort. Canoeing in the Dubysa river is a great opportunity to enjoy the harmony with nature, admire the views of Dubysa Regional Park, Bulavėnai mound, Zakeliškiai mill dam, Lyduvėnai highest and longest railway bridge. Entertainment in Šiauliai city and region will playfully colour your and your guests’ leisure, present positive emotions and meaningful moments.
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Šiauliai city can offer a wide range of catering services to its residents and visitors. Snack bars, pizzerias, bars, cafes and restaurants – all located in the city centre – will pleasantly surprise you with gourmet meals, interesting drinks and professional service. Different catering places will offer rich and varied menus, ranging from traditional dishes to exotic international cuisines. If you want to taste substantial Lithuanian food and listen to village music, drop in the inn ‘Juonė Pastuogė’, waiting for you with delicious food and good cheer. If you prefer the Far Eastern cuisine, we are waiting for you in restaurants ‘Salingas’, ‘Pekinas’ or ‘Soya’: you will be surprised by exotic dishes served by experienced and creative kitchen staff. In the warm season, catering establishments located on the boulevard will readily invite you to sit down in cosy outdoor terraces, where you will be able to enjoy both delicious food, drinks and colourful and romantic atmosphere. Cafes ‘Centro Šokoladinė’, ‘Presto’ and ‘Coffee Inn’ offer both perfect coffee and tea and fabulous desserts. Cafes ‘Arkos’, ‘Kapitonas Morganas’ and ‘Savynė’, also situated in the city centre, will offer an attractive opportunity to listen to your favourite music or watch an exciting sports game, sipping a glass of your favourite drink. You can have a delicious meal or snack not only in Šiauliai city but also in neighbouring areas. Catering establishments of Šiauliai region will provide an opportunity to taste Lithuanian and European dishes, enjoy quality service of the staff and stay in the embrace of nature. The inn ‘Smakų Smakas’, located near Šiauliai, is a place particularly favoured by visitors for its delicious and substantial Lithuanian dishes, cosy atmosphere and professional service. If you go to the ‘Grafas Zubovas Manor’, you will be able to combine a romantic dinner with SPA procedures. If you drop in the inn ‘Žarija’, which is located in Radviliškis district, you will enjoy both gourmet dishes, great scenery and various entertainments for children and adults. In addition to delicious lunches or dinners, most catering establishments can also offer possibilities of organising banquets and buffets. Each catering place in Šiauliai city and region will do its best to satisfy your senses of taste and grant you positive emotions.
Transport
Šiauliai is located in a strategically convenient place, therefore, one can come here from all corners of the world using a variety of means of transport, covering part of the way by plane, ferry, train, and the remaining distance, by bus, car or bicycle. Three airports located in a range of 150 kilometres will help to more conveniently and faster cover longer distances, while plenty of bus and train routes will provide an opportunity to faster reach the destination. Šiauliai city transport sector is designed for your convenience. You can get familiarised with Šiauliai city and its surroundings in different ways, depending on your needs. City and intercity routes designed by the bus company "Busturas", which is one of the largest passenger transport companies in Lithuania, will help you to reach all places of interest in the city and in the region. For example, the Hill of Crosses, which is only 12 kilometres from Šiauliai, can be reached by the suburban bus Šiauliai - Joniškis. You will be taken to Kurtuvėnai Regional Park by the bus Šiauliai - Beržėnai. If you want to create an individual tourist route of places of interest in Šiauliai city and region, we would kindly recommend you to use transport rental services. Depending on your wishes and expectations, the companies "Donauto", "Važiuok", and "Auto RC" will offer a reliable car or minibus. Larger groups of travellers will be pleased with quality and flexible bus rental services offered by the company "Intravela". Interesting and unpredictable impressions from Šiauliai region are waiting for you if you travel by bike. Having chosen this seasonal vehicle, you will have a great opportunity to admire beautiful views, visiting your chosen landmarks and stopping in places you like. Quality bicycle rental services will be provided for you by Šiauliai Tourism Information Centre, located in the strategic place of the city. You can also travel in Šiauliai region using various attractive means of transport: a rented car, bus, bicycle or public transport. If you are dreaming about even more striking impressions, choose several means of transport; for example, you can happily travel one part of the trip by train, while the other, by bike. The International Military Siauliai Airport can be reached by various types of private aircraft, various types of charter flights' passenger aircraft, air taxi aircraft, various types of air cargo aircraft. More information: http://www.siauliai-airport.com/en/airport/prior-permission-request The International Military Siauliai Airport provides services for different types of aircraft. More information: http://www.siaulai-airport.com/en/airport/main-airport-fees The aircraft permission questions must be co-ordinated with Ground Operations Duty Manager of municipal enterprise Siauliu Oro Uostas. Tel. +370 41 557039 Fax +370 41 557040 E-mail ops.airport@siauliai.lt More information: http://www.siauliai-airport.com/en/contacts
CONFERENCES
Šiauliai city offers many excellent places for those who are planning to organize conferences, business meetings or seminars. Depending on the number of participants, you can choose a smaller or larger space. On request, the hall for the planned event may be with complete or partial conferencing equipment, coffee breaks and lunch. Šiauliai University Library, Business Incubator, Šiauliai Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts, Šiauliai State College, Lithuanian Business College – all of these institutions offer a wide range of conference premises rental possibilities: rooms for seminars and meetings, which are suitable for small groups of people, and rooms that can accommodate up to 160 people. If you are looking for a special atmosphere suitable for concentration and meditation in the city centre, choose the conference hall in the pastoral centre of Šiauliai diocese, located next to St. Peter and Paul’s Cathedral. Meanwhile luxurious surroundings and the ‘spice’ of history in conference halls of Chaim Frenkel villa add exclusivity for the organised events. Conference centres "Mega" and "Havana", which are also located in the city centre, are readily waiting for those who both want to rent premises with special equipment, convenient parking and cheer conference participants with delicious snacks or tasty lunches. If you are looking for a combination of conference or seminar facilities, catering and accommodation for a conference or seminar, choose the hotel "Šaulys", "Turnė", "Šiauliai" or "Saulininkas", which will meet your expectations, offering appropriate surroundings for the event and recreation, delicious food and professional service. A similar package is also offered a bit further from the city centre, in the hotel "Šiaulių krašto medžiotojų užeiga" or hotel "Grafaitė". Those seeking to organize a conference in a quieter place, further away from the city bustle, can opt for Grafas Zubovas hotel, situated near Šiauliai, inn-motel "Smakų Smakas", rural tourism homestead "Girelė", "Rimuošė Manor", "Audruvis", etc. Wonderful environment, quality service and catering services will ensure success of the conference and participants’ satisfaction.We will also be pleased to offer attractive opportunities for those who wish to organise a conference or business meeting in Šiauliai region. In such case, the most commonly chosen venue is the rural tourism homestead, which perfectly coheres information dissemination, relevant talks, beautiful scenery and delicious food.
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