• Norway!

    Norway: Sunnylvsfjord. Go Now!

    Norway
    Known for its natural beauty, Norway is home to isolated villages, fjords, and mountains that create a culture and landscape without compare. Begin Your Journey!

  • Vatican City!

    Vatican City: Vatican Museums. Go Now!

    Vatican City
    The smallest country in the world offers the heart of Catholicism and among the world's finest art collections, including the Sistine Chapel and the Raphael Rooms (ceiling pictured). Go to Vatican City!

  • Macedonia!

    Macedonia: Traditional architecture. Go Now!

    Macedonia
    Macedonia is a country still finding its unique identity, but its architecture is already one of a kind. Explore Macedonia!

  • Austria!

    Austria: Belvedere Palace. Go Now!

    Austria
    Belvedere Palace (pictured) is just one of many palaces found in Vienna. The capital is a good start to Austria, which also features the Alps, the Lakes District, and incredible history & food. Go Now!

  • Spain!

    Spain: Guell Park and Gaudi architecture. Go Now!

    Spain
    Fusion foods, lively music, historic ruins, and cultural events like the Running of the Bulls and La Tomatina make Spain and Barcelona (pictured) a favorite tourist destination. Explore Spain!

  • Ukraine!

    Ukraine: Traditional Village. Go Now!

    Ukraine
    Ukrainian culture is based on village life, particularly that found in the Carpathian Mountains (pictured). Begin Your Journey!

Social Life in Lithuania

Behavior

The Lithuanians are very well aware of the world around them as well as the differences in opinions and behaviors. Because of this they are quite understanding of various cultures and foreigners so odd behaviors are generally accepted (but not encouraged).

Your behavior should begin with modesty as being loud, rude, showing off wealth, or dressing provocatively will get you stares. Likewise, placing yourself above others or boasting is viewed negatively.

As a visitor to Lithuania, just try to follow the lead of the locals by dressing in like manner (see below for details), dining in the local etiquette (see our Lithuania Dining & Food Page), and avoid sensitive conversation topics, such as politics, finances, and business unless initiated by your local counterpart.

Dress

The traditional dress in Lithuania varied significantly from region to region, but there were a number of similarities across the regions. For women, the traditional clothing consisted of a loose-fitting white shirt a long skirt that reached to the ground, an apron, and a vest. The base of these clothing items was generally white, but the colors on top of them could be any color. For men the traditional clothing was based on a simple pair of pants, a shirt, and a vest. Of course coats were also common during the long cold winters.

Today traditional clothing in Lithuania is only worn by a small group of people for special occasions. Most people wear modern western-styled clothing on a regular basis today. As a visitor to Lithuania you are free to wear nearly anything, but the Lithuanians are a bit on the conservative side so if in doubt, error on the side of modesty.

This page was last updated: November, 2013