The COOLEST Neighborhood in Vilnius?! Užupis Art District

I spent the day exploring Užupis, a cool neighborhood in Vilnius Lithuania! I visited the art incubator, read the constitution, and ate stuffed cabbage!
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[@DrIstoris]

If you like graveyards, you should visit them during november 1st . 😃

[@user-py9cy1sy9u]

After sun sets

[@ianevansbrown8285]

After that. We expand our minds. So I am asking

[@ianevansbrown8285]

Any better ideas, smartass?😊

[@ianevansbrown8285]

My passport might run out. Simple and stupid as that.

[@ianevansbrown8285]

Resent yank tourists and I know. I speak English but I am not American.. This could degenerate into a hiking/ camping and walking thing.. Geographical walk with kit. Boy Scouts and all that.

[@Bad_Artist_]

There used to be a very large presence of Polish people living in Vilnius, and during the period between world wars, Vilnius was part of Poland. That explains why many graves have Polish names. Furthermore, prior to a century ago, church records were written by the priests, many of whom were Polish, and surnames were often altered. I always look forward to your adventures around Lithuania, and this was another one of your many gems!

[@laura-bronner]

That makes sense, thanks for the information!

[@eyeeyeoh]

Vilnius was basically half Jewish half Polish before the well-known tragedy happened. Lithuanians were a minority there.

[@bazaarx8582]

@@eyeeyeoh well yes, because it was annexed in a war, other than that it's been a lithuanian city for around 700 years

[@2uTomas]

I feel embarrased for not knowing things like that,even though i was born and bred not too far from there(i left the country years ago).All your videos inspire me to travel through Lithuania,see for myself most of the places for the first time!

[@nilspetterhellvik5519]

Yes first comment. Really nice to watch how you enjoy lithuania. My girlfriend is from the city of utena. We currently live in norway, but considering moving to lithuania.

[@lietuvixas8673]

I highly recomend visiting the Vilnius TV tower which is 326 meters / 1069 feet tall and has a restaurant at the rop with seats that slowly revolve in a circle around the top of the tower and you can see the whole city from above

[@laura-bronner]

It's definitely on my list to see, do you know the best way to get there from the downtown area?

[@lietuvixas8673]

@@laura-bronner I have only been there a couple of times myself with a car but there must be buses going there. I'm sure google maps would give you the best way from where you are

[@pusprotis]

@@laura-bronner if you get to Vilnius by bus then it is straight to 2G bus (probably the easiest way) that makes less stops and you will end up right next to the tower only a little walk up the stairs and up the street. Or if you like bike rides you can take a ride to it through Vingis park and then up the hill (which, sadly, will be a bit tricky at some points) and you’ll havens opportunity to take a ride through other park with wooden sculptures from Lithuanian tales called Pasakų parkas (fairy tale park). The Vingis park is beautiful especially in the fall when it will shift from green to all the autumn colors. There are a few cafes to chill or to warm up in later autumn. Another think is the polish/Lithuanian celebration of Night of Holy Spirits as someone already mentioned. That’s the time You can have an actual romantic outing and a tour through Lithuanian cemeteries especially the old ones in Rasos, Antakalnis, though the big ones that are further away but not as old look spectacular in the ocean of cable lights. If you like scenic spots right next to Vingis park there is Žverynas, the former hunting grounds for dukes, that eventually became a place to take a rest from the city rush for wealthy people. It has lots of old wooden houses (villas, summer houses, bigger houses that had rooms for rent). Also there is Belmontas, a former paper mill that now is a huge restaurant, a bike ride away from city center. Actually there are loads of things to see, national gallery of art with a historic exhibition of Lithuanian arts, the Mo and contemporary art center if you do like arts. There are roots to get to know history by talking to sculptures and lots and lots of places to get a nice snack or incredible coffee.

[@werafonas]

@@laura-bronner Take some old trolleybuses (routes 1 or 16) for full experience :D

[@kodilodinoza]

If you want to feel Soviet spirit you could visit Fabijoniškės district where portion of HBO "Chernobyl" mini-series was filmed.

[@templecreations2351]

Maybe just not in night-time 😅 fabai is still a pretty hardcore neighbourhood

[@ingridasvilainyte8783]

Have you been in Paupys? Just next to uzupis,

[@laura-bronner]

Not yet! I'll have to go next time I'm in the area.

[@jasonkowens6820]

Lovely video, lovely place, lovely vibe, wish you and your boy the best of love and a lovely life. IMO that place is set to blow up! I see artists and talented people from all over the world flocking there and making it even more beautiful. Favorite pizza… pepperoni. Boring but it’s simple and delicious.

[@laurynasidla]

I have discovered your vlogs last week and I am in love :D I know you've been here for a few months already, but welcome to Lithuania!

[@raimundasmickevicius3279]

When I was a student around 17-18 years ago I used to pass the main street in Užupis every single morning. I really miss bus nr. 11 which has changed it's route since then. Užupis has changed as well and really for the better.

[@ligametis]

Sadly it has lost like 1/3 of its history, everything more north has been demolished, like historical wooden houses and replaced by modern apartments.

[@nodather]

@@ligametis yeah its kinda sad

[@anzelmasmatutis2500]

4:18 Dish is called Balandėliai (balandehliai = "small/baby Doves" in English)

[@eyeeyeoh]

Wow! So both the recipe and the name is imported from Polish or Russian cuisine. That's interesting.

[@negotiummeum9643]

@@eyeeyeoh what's more interesting is your trollish approach: you "know for sure" it was imported but not too sure which direction from West or East :))

[@mrscuteas]

Lovely thank you for showing us around, Uzupis looks like my kind of neighbourhood 🥰

[@emilijajaceviciene1851]

Love your videos about Lithuania, it really warms my heart to hear such beautiful things about my country :))) If ever in need of a "guide" in Vilnius - please do tell! I'm not a certificated guide or something like that, but I do orientation city games for a living and know a lot of interesting places to visit and even could tell some fun facts about them :)) There is some interesting industrial neighborhoods to visit, though for some reason we often forget about them :D

[@joiab11]

I love your pretty haircut and color, you look beautiful and happy! I’m also enjoying Lithuania 🇱🇹❤️ I have never been but it’s now top of my list for the next time I go to Europe

[@XSegaSoccerX]

you should visit the cemetery during spring, it's full of blue flowers that gives it kind of a magical vibe. best pizza in town for now it's at "maurizio's italian food"

[@BeardedBamboo]

I'm a local, if you are staying in Lithuania for longer, I recommend coming back to the Bernardinai Cemetery in spring when it's entirely covered with blue flowers

[@PijusONLINE]

I've heard good things also about Maurizio's Italian Food and Bonocosi in terms of pizza, but don't really know how those TOP3 spots compare, I've only ever sampled Bonocosi.

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks for letting me know, I haven't heard of either one, so I'll have to check them out :)

[@leonardasleo9854]

If you have seen Twin Peaks, you should visit the black lodge cafe in Užupis!

[@angelaelisearndt5979]

I am enjoying your pieces. Fun

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks so much, glad you're enjoying them!

[@jameslyons1624]

Such a neat video thank you

[@laura-bronner]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@OhShunz]

I love the intro! So nice to see you both on your adventures! I didn’t realize you both have been at it for 11 yrs! That is so dope!

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks so much!

[@TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very charming place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[@lattenoisette]

I advice Žvėrynas for the next trip too :) It's like a village inside the city! quite cute with many old wooden houses, and some of them are pretty beautiful!

[@Pievineju1993]

Yes! And Don Simon serves great pizza in Žvėrynas ! Definetly check it out

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks for the tip! I'll add it to my list to check out when I'm next in Vilnius!

[@Cavalier181]

@@laura-bronner Žvėrynas + Vingio parkas, which is huge and beautiful park. Just take a hike along the river or have some fun on bikes, roller skates, etc. in the middle of the park.

[@ladygabi98]

Žvėrynas is my neighborhood! I love living here so much! I definitely recommend coming here.

[@Arminas369]

A couple of days ago I explored Žvėrynas, it's mostly private houses some of them very old, some from soviet era, some from 90s, from big mansions to little huts, a lot of very interesting architecture, totally worth it to check it out.

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks so much, seems like a few people recommend this place, I'll have to check it out!

[@ligametis]

You need to hurry before most gets demolished. Like half of it was lost since 2000s.

[@sigisbutautas1859]

Hay from chikago.thanks.love usa.love lithuania.visiem geri linkejimai

[@NasssamatOmilyass]

Hello 👋 m’y love good 👍

[@joecapesius2887]

Nice video Laura. You hair looks great as always by the way…

[@mobilgin]

Have no idea ,but why tourist not visiting Belmontas in Vilnius ..it is not far a way from Užupis...

[@gowithzy]

Love your videos. You're very good ambasador of Vilnius or Lithuania!!!!

[@miguelb.3951]

Really cool town! We think you are making top quality content and Heather says you are glowing! looking forward to the next instalment.

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks you guys! Hope you are doing well!!

[@VytasNeviera]

Definitely one the best pizzerias in town!

[@rimgaudaskerpauskas221]

Every dog has a right to by a dog

[@scotttea2048]

Very Interesting history of this artist colony...

[@paleface953]

4:50 I love the fact you don't make a fuss because of a bad service :) Being quite famous you could easily have made a rant :) But.. 2:58 Stay classy ;)

[@bladerunner4425]

You sound like Jan Levinson from the Office ;D

[@laura-bronner]

hahaha I don't know if that's a compliment or not but it's funny!

[@ASAS-dn4ve]

When you'll return to Uzupis, you could try pizza. They have certified Naples type pizza in Uzupis.

[@templecreations2351]

Uzupian here, you missed a great spot near the old cemetery. Theres a little road that leads down by the side of the river down a hill, with a great side view of vilnius as you descend down the modern walkway leading down to a bridge by the river where there is another fun walkway, along the river, this area is now being called paupis, which roughly translated to “just under the river”, (whereas uzupis roughly translates to “behind/beyond the river, or as i like to call it ‘riveryond’ 😁). Wonderful place in vilnius.

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks for the tips, I'll check out Paupis the next time I'm in that area!

[@ligametis]

Isn't that the place that has lost tons of greenery and now it is just a very narrow pedestrian path left next to extremely boring, large and overcrowded modern architecture district right in UNESCO old town? It no longer even feels like an old town when everything got demolished, even 19th century factory that could have had a cool conversion like one in Tallinn.

[@templecreations2351]

@@ligametis oh, you’re Lithuanian alright :D always find something to complain about

[@ligametis]

@@templecreations2351 I think it is reasonable to do so when we are talking about historical heritage destruction and large scale contemporary architecture construction projects inside UNESCO world heritage site. Its not where huge changes should happen and profits should be made.

[@auronpk]

and I heard about the River from The Doors omg. Never been to Užupis, thank you for showing me D: About those summer vibes if you're interested. We call it grannnies summer here in Palanga, when it reaches like 22C in autumn. I have to represent my town! Sooo the waves here when it's windy are pretty special I think. Best spot is up to the belly button, you can jump over them, smash into, dive under, and with a good one ride it to the shore. Ofc it can be dangerous, life guards are pretty common and these times they do put up the red flag more(it's more strict). But if you're careful, not going for a swim but a dip, theres a group of careful people next to you(theres always groups even with a red flag) it's fine.

[@MinGongy]

"Grannies summer" = Indian summer

[@auronpk]

@@MinGongy aha :D

[@nerijusm6722]

U have to visit “Hill Of Crosses”

[@laura-bronner]

It's definitely on my list!

[@valsingameto8052]

GERAS

[@thetravelstamps]

Nice intro. A great way to know you and your channel especially to those who are new to your channel.

[@gowithzy]

Also try Zverynas!:) Cool place

[@janispaeglis4797]

Thanks 4 review. Have 2 revisit Užupis. 😔

[@lukasraw]

Prikolas pamatyt Lietuvą iš kitataučio perspektyvos

[@dalamoretx]

Nice tour. I really love the new adventure. London for Christmas? I'm so excited!

[@laura-bronner]

Glad you're enjoying the new videos. All going well restriction-wise, we'll be headed to the UK for Christmas yes!

[@jisnajose9979]

Love your videos ❤️

[@laura-bronner]

Thank you!

[@Vytaszx]

Užupio picerija, Bonocosi, Jurgis ir Drakonas are my top 3 pizza places. People say Pizza Verde is also very good but I've never tried that one.

[@vytautasjacunskas1133]

All 3 is good, but Verde I would take in front of them all (if compared by taste, not by place)