Kaunas is a city located in Lithuania with a current population of over 310 thousand people. However the metropolitan area has a population of more than twice that, at over 670 thousand people.
Kaunas's population is 321,200.
Kaunas district municipality's population is 81,400.
Kaunas
The second largest city of Lithuania is Kaunas.
Kaunas was created in 1361.
Kaunas is a city that depends on the industry of production and hospitality services for their economy. This city sits along the banks of the Nemunas River. Attractions in Kaunas include over 15 museums, focusing on art, theater and history. The Vytautas Church is located in Kaunas and is the oldest Lithuanian church. Another ancient structure is the Kaunas Castle, built in the 14th century. The Gothic-style House of Perkunas was built in the 15th century by Hanseatic merchants, later converted to a theater and school in the 19th century. With a rich Jewish heritage, Kaunas also has a colored history with the holocaust, marked by the Kaunas Fortress. This fortress is one of the largest European defense buildings. The Kaunas Synagogue is also an interesting historical site to see for those who are interested in holocaust history. With several occupations, including Nazis and the Soviet Union, Kaunas has a colorful and extensive history, providing an educational and attractive destination.
Two major cities, actually - Kaunas and Vilnius. Vilnius is a capital, enough said. And Kaunas is a city with a great infastructure, highest density, and many industry places. Also, there is Klaipeda, it's the only port in Lithuania.
Kaunas Fortress was created in 1915.
Kaunas Prison was created in 1864.
Kaunas Jazz was created in 1991.
Kaunas Synagogue was created in 1872.
Kaunas pogrom happened in 1941.