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Uzupis Bridge

Uzupis Bridge

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Uzupis Bridge

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Location: Vilnius County, Lithuania

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1. Užupis Bridge – Statue of Grand Duke Gediminas loop from Old Town

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2. Užupis Bridge – Užupis District loop from Užupis

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3. Gediminas' Tower – Statue of Grand Duke Gediminas loop from Vilnius

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Gedmantas

March 29, 2021

The bridge was allowed to be built here by the privilege of King Sigismund in 1538, connecting the Polotsk road, then the main road to the East, towards Moscow. On 1795 in one of the last battles of the army of Grand Duchy of Lithuania, along with Vilnius and Užupean rebels with the army of the Russian Empire attacking the capital, took place in here . The efforts of the Užupeans to save Vilnius were immortalized in J.Marcinkevičius’ drama “The Cathedral”. The current bridge was built in 1901 under the project of the engineer V.Malinovsky, survived a series of wars and battles at his approach. The length of the Užupis Bridge is 19.9 meters and the width is 9.68 meters. On April 1 of each year, the border crossing point (BCP) for the pedestrians and passengers of the Republic of Užupis is being established and is called “Užupio Bridge”.

Beyond the Horizon

February 1, 2023

The bridge is located in the heart of the popular Uzupis district and connects the two banks of the Vilnia River.

More than just a simple overpass, the Uzupis Bridge is a symbol of Uzupis' creativity and bohemian flair. The bridge is covered in colorful artwork and graffiti, giving the river a lively atmosphere.

The area surrounding the bridge also offers a variety of bars, cafes and restaurants where you can relax after a walk. Here you can also experience the local art scene and meet some of the talented artists who live and work in Uzupis.

Another highlight of Uzupis is its declaration of independent republic, which was announced in 1997. The residents of Uzupis have decided to declare their district an independent republic and celebrate this every year with a parade and festival on April 1st.

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David Howells

August 3, 2022

Quirky bridge of love with all the normal love padlocks and chains. Better locks than on my garden shed!

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