Lithuania's ancient capital
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second largest city in Lithuania and the centre of the Kaunas administrative district. The city has a population of around 304,000. Situated at the confluence of the Memel and Neris rivers, it is spread over several hills. Geographically, Kaunas is located in the centre of Lithuania.
Today, the ruins of Kaunas Castle bear witness to the city's medieval past, while other sights include the historic Town Hall Square, the Peter and Paul Cathedral and the Jesuit Church. More recent buildings are from the Bauhaus style, which spans the arc of architecture into the 20th century. Kaunas will be one of the two European Capitals of Culture in 2022.
Due to the many universities in the city and the region, the city and its surroundings offer a wide range of activities for students, from sports and leisure facilities to cosy restaurants and bars.
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The Kaunas Medical University places great emphasis on combining theory and practice in its education from the very beginning. Located in the immediate vicinity of the LSMU University Hospital, students get to know the work in the clinic from doctors.
Due to the large number of educational institutions, Kaunas offers varied cultural and recreational opportunities, especially for young people. This means that, in addition to studying, recreation does not come too short
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Living in Kaunas
The cost of living is around €300 to €400 excluding rent. This value is a guideline and varies according to needs.
A one-room flat in a good location costs about 400 to 500 €. A room in a shared flat starts at around €300 to €400. Due to the high demand for flats in good locations, it is advisable to look for one in good time.
