Pažaislis Monastery and Church Complex

The ensemble of Pažaislis Church and Monastery is one of the finest masterpieces of mature Baroque architecture in North-Eastern Europe. A sanctuary on the outskirts of Kaunas, in a remote forest at that time, in the 17th century. The Chancellor of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Kristupas Žygimantas Pacas (1621–1684), built it for the Camaldolese monks. The ensemble was designed by Italian architect Giovanni Batista Fredianis, decorated with moldings by Lombardy sculptors and frescoes by Florentine painter Michael Archangel Palonis. The uniqueness of the ensemble is determined by a unique architectural solution. For the first time in Europe, a concave plane of the church facade, a rather rare hexagonal plan, an axially symmetrical composition of the whole monastery were used.

Worth seeing Pažaislis monastery on the outskirts of Kaunas on Kauno marios.
More information: pazaislis.org/en, de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kloster_Pa%C5%BEaislis and de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaunasser_Meer

The monastery is located on an island in Lake Kaunas and was designed by an Italian architect in the 17th century. Considered one of the most beautiful baroque monasteries in Lithuania, it was restored in the 20th century.The Pažaislis Church is an impressive example of Baroque architecture and is notable for its dome and ornate altar. The monastery also offers a wonderful view of the lake and the surrounding countryside.Hiking in the vicinity of the monastery is a special experience, as you can enjoy the peace and beauty of nature here. You can also get to know the history and culture of Lithuania on the numerous hiking trails.