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Virtual educational space “Molėtai differently”
Only in Molėtai Tourism and Business Information Center and nowhere else in Lithuania! A unique virtual tour through time, in particular through the history of Molėtai! Virtual reality technology helmets will take you almost 3 thousand years back and you will travel step by step in the virtual reality to the present days (An ancient pile dwelling on lake Luokesai; An attack of the Livonian Order against Liesėnai castle; Jogaila and the first known record of the name Molėtai; Barbora Radvilaitė's conversation with her brother; Jewish trading house of the 20th century; Armed struggle for independence – the battle of Giedraičiai; Lithuanian Ethnocosmology Museum, etc.). A content of this animated historical journey was developed in accordance with the recommendations of historians and archaeologists. It restores and reminds the visitors of the forgotten past.
VR Travel Stories:
Ancient pile dwelling on Lake Luokesai – households and huts of the people who lived here 800 years before Christ.
Liesėnai (Bendriai) mound - attack of the Livonian Order on Liesėnai Castle.
Mention of the name Jogaila and Molėtai - Duke Jogaila dictates a letter in which he gifts Molėtai to the bishop of Vilnius.
In 1387 - the first mention of the name Molėtai in written sources.
Dubingiai mound, called Castle Hill - Barbora Radvilaitė's conversation with her brother, waiting for news from her beloved husband Žygimantas Augustas.
Ensemble of the Penitential Canons Monastery - a penitent Augustinian monk.
Ice fishing of the 19th century.
Alanta Manor - servants awaiting the return of the lord, the return of the lords to the manor.
Molėtai commercial buildings (20th century Jewish trading houses) - trading in a Jewish store.
The point of the Struvė geodesic (triangulation) arc, the tower - measurements in Molėtai region (Mount Majokas).
The struggle for independence - the height of the Battle of Giedraičiai, when a Lithuanian soldier and a nurse rescue the wounded. 1920 virtual weapons test of the Lithuanian Independent Army.
Mindūnai observation tower - the boundless expanses of the Labanoras regional park: forests, lakes.
Lithuanian Museum of Ethnocosmology - a wonderful journey from Earth to space.
You will also have the opportunity to try interactive educational games:
"Paradise Pike",
"Molėtai - Yes/No",
"Bike tour around Molėtai",
"Jewish Cooking Secrets."
Price: for adults - 5 Eur; for students, seniors, disabled people - 3 Eur; for children up to 7 years old - 1 Eur.
It is recommended to reserve the space in advance.
Molėtai sculpture park, established in the city itself, next to Lake Pastovis, is a great place not only to take a walk and enjoy the peace of nature, but also to admire the works of artists. Various works of wood, black, gray and brown granite, created by sculptor-architects from Lithuania, Wales, France and Poland, are exhibited in the modern park under the open sky. The idea to establish the park came from two artists - D. Cibauskaitė and V. Čeikauskas. In April 22, 1998, the park officially opened, on that day the history of the Molėtai Sculpture Park began, which continues to this day - an observation deck was built, new sculptures were installed. The park comes alive during events.
Old Vilnius observatory was beset by city lights, dust and smoke during the seventh decade in 20th century. Searches began for a new place for an observatory in Lithuania. It was decided that the most suitable area was a hill in Kulioniai village encircled by Želva lake. Ethnic culture enthusiasts doctor Gunaras Kakaras, head of personnel at Astronomy observatory, and doctor Libertas Klimka, senior scientist at Institute of Semiconductor Physics, found common ground in areas of lithuanian culture ties with the sky, Sun, Moon, and stars. An idea was born to connect ethno cosmology in Lithuania.
In spring of 1990 presidium of Science Academy signed a resolution to establish the Museum of Ethnocosmology. It became the first and only museum of its kind in the world. The essence of the museum is the relationship of a man and mankind with the cosmic world. Reflection of this connection manifests in traditions of life of the nation, heritage, science, technology, philosophy and elsewhere.
Telescope at the museum started working in spring of 1997. Ten years later the museum was reconstructed. Buildings were built in the form of space ships that have landed in the area of forests and lakes. R. Krištapavičius and A. Gudaitis were the authors of this project. In 2010 there were already two telescopes designated for watching the stars at night. Scientists and students from all Lithuanian science and education institutions can perform observations at the renewed Molėtai observatory.
Visitors are first welcome to see the gallery exposition installed at the slope of a hill. At the museum one can touch a meteorite, rise 30 meters off the ground into the observation deck and take in the view of the Highlands around. Even at daylight one can look through a special telescope into the sun and see volcanoes - protuberances. Museum of Ethnocosmology is the first museum in Lithuania which works twenty-four hours.
A collection of stuffed animals and furs - an exhibition of trophies of Antanas Truskauskas, who hunted on five continents. 120 different stuffed animals and birds are only one third of the private collection he donated to the museum. All these animals and birds were hunted by the Lithuanian himself. His collection of stuffed animals and birds is the largest in Lithuania.
Pre-orders for excursions are accepted by phone +370 698 33018
Molėtai Region Traditional Crafts Center (Moletai Region Museum Branch)
The center of traditional crafts of Molėtai region is a space for educational classes and events, inviting you to learn old crafts and volunteer. According to the principle "from generation to generation", the secrets of fishing-related crafts, culinary heritage, ceramics, wool felting, candle making and other traditional crafts that must be preserved are passed down. Do you care about the traditions of your ancestors, their way of life? Visit the website of the Molėtai Region Museum and take a look at the constantly replenishing opportunities to learn and experience.
*Educations are booked in advance.
Educational programme “Honey-scented Candle”.
The duration of the programme is 1 hour. This programme is suitable for children and adults. In this programme:
Additional information:
A group of no more than 25 people is preferred. Group reception times must be arranged in advance.
Educational-festive programme “Presents from the Easter Bunny” (the programme is only available during Easter time).
The duration of the programme is 2 hours. This programme is suitable for children and adults. During this programme, you will make goods for your Easter table and will get acquainted with old Easter traditions. During the programme:
Additional information:
A group of at least 20 people is preferred. Group reception times must be arranged in advance.
Educational programme “Molio Motiejukas” (Cultural Passport Programme)
The duration of the programme is 1 hour 20 minutes. This programme is suitable for children and adults. In this programme you will learn about clay:
The service is ordered in advance.
Educational programme “Meniškas kaimas’’.
The duration of the programme is 2 hours. This programme is suitable for children and adults. This programme is intended for those who want to create and learn about traditional crafts - ceramics and candle casting, and those who like Lithuanian folk songs. In this programme:
Group reception times must be arranged in advance.
Educational programme “Wool Games”. (Cultural Passport Programme)
The duration of the programme is 1 hour 30 minutes. This programme is great for stimulating creativity in children of all ages and relaxing for adults. During this programme:
Group reception times must be arranged in advance.
Educational programme “Leather Workshop”.
The duration of the programme is 1 hour. This programme is suitable for children from 7th grade and adults. You will hear a story about the tanner's craft and get acquainted with the works made by tanners. Each of you will make an artistic product from natural leather - a key ring or an ornament on your neck. You will learn the methods and techniques of leather decoration:
Group reception times must be arranged in advance.
Pizza baking education-tasting
The duration of the programme is 2-3 hours. This programme is suitable for kids and adults who love to cook.
Group reception times must be arranged in advance.
Educational programme “Soap - sheep and pendant”
The duration of the programme is 1 hour 30 minutes. This programme is suitable for children and adults. During this programme:
Educational programme “Decorating porcelain cups”
The duration of the programme is 1 hour. This programme is suitable for children and adults. During this programme:
After visiting the Asveja regional park, make sure to get to Dubingiai Castle Hill. Walking through the educational trail from the former island, now a peninsula, you will be able to admire the panorama of the longest, and one of the deepest and largest lakes in Lithuania.
Dubingiai castle – is an important 14th - 18th century Lithuanian culture, industry and defense center, it commemorates war with the Order of the Teutonic Knights, reformation - significant eras in our history. The castle is associated with the life and activities of prominent individuals of that age (Vytautas The Great, Mikalojus Radvila Rudas, Barbora Radvilaitė and others). Dubingiai are inseparable from the history of the rise and prosperity of the Radvilos family.
From 2012 Visitors of the castle hill are awaited by the ready for exposition fragments of the Radvila Palace, covered with a hood, along with the place of the former Evangelical Reformed Church with the Radvilos funeral pantheon. The castle hill has an educational trail with 6 observation stops near archaeological and natural sites. The length of the natural tract is about 1.5 km. It has wooden stairs, information stands, benches.
Feel the joy of riding in the wild!
A tempting offer - a stay surrounded by extremely picturesque nature, horse riding in the indoor arena, outdoor riding arena and in the surroundings of the village of Žalktynė, a walk around the mini zoo, gourmet meals in a cozy restaurant hall, rest and overnight stay in modern double rooms.
Perhaps more than once you have dreamed of riding horses? Now is your chance to try it out! And it doesn't matter if you are just a beginner or an experienced rider. A qualified instructor will accompany you all the time and help you learn to communicate with horses. If you do not need such help, you will be able to ride without anyone's interference. All you need for riding with us is a good mood and comfortable clothes! Just don't forget to register! Our phone: +370 656 56333
"Mini Zoo" is part of an educational program for people who miss nature. Red deer, fallow deer and mouflons, beautiful alpacas, ponies and mini horses are raised here, mini goats and sheep graze, fast-footed ostriches are bred, peacocks walk proudly, and rabbits and chickens of various breeds run freely on the island of the lake. Muscovy ducks and black swans swim in the lake. In the pastures you can see mares with foals, and in the horse alley you can admire Friesian, Paint, Holsteiner and Lithuanian riding horses, as well as get to know the miniature horses and ponies that live there. In the warm season, we offer a boat or water bike ride around our lake.
News: updated carriage services.
Take a horse-drawn carriage ride. The offer is for everyone who is looking for unforgettable experiences with the most precious people.
Carriage for celebrations: weddings, hen parties, bachelor parties, christenings, filming sessions, photo sessions, graduations, anniversaries, theme parties.
Do not miss the opportunity to enjoy exclusive entertainment surrounded by nature and fresh air!
Riding lessons:
Join and spend your free time surrounded by wonderful nature! Riding and getting to know horses and ponies is relaxing and brings a lot of joy to both young and old.
MiniZoo:
Meet the inhabitants of the MiniZoo. A fun day with the family and fun memories for both parents and children - guaranteed!
Japanese Garden:
Garden of Whispering Stones - an oasis of peace for everyone who visits. The sound of water, soothing greenery and freshness will help you to distance yourself from the outside world and bring you closer to nature.
Accommodation:
Active leisure lovers and those looking for a quiet rest will find something to do here. Pamper yourself and your family with relaxation in nature, delicious food and rich free time.
Restaurant:
Enchanting nature with its beauty, cozy environment, pleasant service and delicious food.
Play town:
The little ones are invited to visit the playground.
Beach:
In the warm season, treat yourself to the pleasures of the sun and water, ride a water bike around the lake.
Excursions:
An interesting and impressive, educational - familiarizing excursion awaits you. You will meet the incredible inhabitants of the MiniZoo.
Photo sessions with horses:
Immortalize yourself with wonderful horses. During the photo session, you will have a great time in a wonderful environment, you will experience many new sensations and pleasant moments.
Dubingai stud riding hall:
A round arena with unique and original wooden roof structures and cozy lighting - all this distinguishes Dubingiai stud from other studs in Lithuania.
How to find us?
From Vilnius - distance ~ 40 km. Coming from the highway Vilnius - Molėtai 36-37 km at the intersection "Paberžė - Dubingiai" turn right, in the direction of Dubingiai. Drive ~7 km to the village "Žalktynė". When you reach the sign "Žalktynė", turn left, onto a gravel road (the Asveja lake remains on the right). Follow the road for ~500 m. After passing the deer park, you will see the Dubingiai stud.
From Molėtai - distance ~ 30 km. Approach from the Molėtai-Vilnius highway. After reaching the viaduct over the road (Dubingiai - Giedraičiai), turn right, drive over the viaduct in the direction of Dubingiai ~6 km. When you see the sign "Paberžė 20 km", turn right and drive ~3 km to the village "Žalktynė". Pass the village "Žalktynė" and immediately before the end of the village sign, turn right, onto a gravel road (lake Asveja is on the left). Follow the road for ~500 m. After passing the deer park, you will see the Dubingiai stud.
