Telšiai is located in the northwest of Lithuania and is the capital of Telšiai County. This city is one of the charming cities in Lithuania, offering rich tourism resources such as the beautiful and legendary Lake Mastis, historical museums, ancient sites, and beautiful natural scenery.
The old town of Telšiai is one of Lithuania’s famous seven conservation areas, where visitors can fully understand the city’s long history, culture, and artistic charm. The Samogitian Museum, established in 1932, is a well-known museum about the Samogitian people, with over 62,000 exhibits, 70,000 archival records, 12,000 scientific books, and 15,000 negatives. The museum also exhibits photos of many world-famous artists and original works of renowned Lithuanian painters. In addition to artworks, the museum also houses precious sculptures, Renaissance-era furniture, valuable ancient prints in Baroque and Classicist styles from the 17th and 18th centuries, archaeological discoveries from Stone Age settlements, camps, and graveyards, as well as a rich heritage of human artifacts including agriculture, handicrafts, and everyday items. Furthermore, the city is dotted with churches of various sizes waiting for visitors to explore.
Telšiai
Reasons to visit: One of the charming cities in Lithuania
Continent where the attraction is located: Europe
Country/Region where the attraction is located: Lithuania
Province/State where the attraction is located: Telšiai County
City where the attraction is located: Telšiai