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Why should I visit?
The Zarasai district is located in the north east of Lithuania borders with the Republic of Latvia and Belarus. Famous for its beautiful lakes and forests, the Zarasai region impresses its visitors with the diversity, uniqueness and flamboyance of its nature. Twisting and bending rivers, scattered blue lake patches, little green hills, peaceful woods, and scarcely populated areas are the miracles the region is spoilt with. The terrain of the region formed 16 thousand years ago, during the last glacial period. As the glacier was melting, the hills of the Aukštaiciai Upland, valleys and lakes were formed.
The land of Zarasai boasts profusion of lakes that is the highest in Lithuania. There are more than 300 lakes of various sizes in the region, totally comprising 13381.1 ha (one tenth of the total land area).
What can you do here?
In this vast region, water activities reign supreme. Boating is a great way to explore the memorable landscape made of vast lakes and graceful streams. Tours of different durations and complexities are offered, but the most unique experience is designing your own trip from the 6000km water network.
A fisherman will relish the waters in Zarasai. No matter whether you are an amateur or a professional, nature itself will be an ally and success is guaranteed due to the rich source of fish and fauna.
For the spiritual traveler, the Zarasai region is rich in cultural heritage. Currently there are 30 historical monuments, ancestral homes and birthplaces of famous people, their graves and monuments. There are 69 architectural monuments in the district, including 29 hillforts, 24 barrow cemeteries, ten ancient graves and six archaeological stones.
What makes the Zarasai Region special?
The two regional parks in the region, Gražute and Sartai, encompass more than 100 lakes in their territories. Founded in order to preserve the laky, wooded landscape of the upper reaches of the river Šventoji the Gražute Regional Park hosts a water pond of rare beauty, the “Antaliepte’s sea”. Unique element of the region is the lake Šventas, a remarkable water body often called the “Lithuanian Baikal”. It is a unique object of nature, a live scientific laboratory and its clean waters and environment are similar to a seashore with light and fine sandy beaches.
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