Overview
This monument honors King Mindaugas, the first Grand Duke and only crowned King of Lithuania, widely considered the founder of the Lithuanian state. His coronation on July 6, 1253, is now celebrated as the national Statehood Day. Located in a pleasant park next to the Lithuanian National Museum, the statue is a key city landmark. Visitors appreciate the prime location for photos, often capturing Gediminas Tower in the background. A charming, unintended feature is the monument's base, which has become a popular slide for children, adding a lively atmosphere to this historic site.
