History
In 1990, Lithuania became the first Soviet republic to do what?
Declare independence
What is the capital of Lithuania?
Vilnius
How many kings Lithuania had during all of it's history
1
Lithuania is one of three Baltic countries. Which country lies directly north of Lithuania?
Latvia
Which large empire was Lithuania part of for much of the 19th century?
Russia
On August 23, 1989 people from Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia joined hands to form a human chain spanning around 650 kilometers from Vilnius to Riga and Tallinn. It was a peaceful political demonstration that expressed Baltic unity and desire for independence. People were getting there however they can - walking on foot, bikes, cars. Buses were driving people to areas where population is low to fill in the gaps in the chain. There was a small plane flying above demonstrators dropping flowers. Soviet government threatened to shoot it down so covert air route was established to avoid radar detections. There was even an unofficial anthem created for the demonstration with a song titled "The Baltics are Waking Up!". The whole path to independence of these countries is also called "A Singing Revolution". Exact moment for hand holding was coordinated via radio transmition and it lasted for around 15 minutes.
How many people joined in this chain?
2 million
What is the highest peak of Lithuania?
294 meters
This is a concept of a roller coaster designed by Lithuanian PhD candidate in Royal College of Art in London.
In addition to what other roller coaster are built. Meaning to have fun, this one would serve additional purpose. However it would be very controversial and most people would choose not to ride it for that reason.
Name that purpose
Euthanasia Coaster
In January 1991, Russia being unhappy with Lithuanians declaring independence decided to do a small scale invasion threatening to take over key buildings and restore Soviet government. Large number of unarmed civilians gathered to basically body block those building. Largest numbers gathered near parliament building and another one. Which building was that?
TV and Radio Tower