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Escape to the Sky
Imagine leaving all the rush behind for an hour and just taking off into the sky.
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Bird’s-eye view panoramas and the stillness in the air help you gain a different perspective of the world.
It’s possible in Vilnius - just hop into a hot air balloon and embark on an adventure of a lifetime.
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Look up!
The sky above Vilnius is blooming with colorful hot air balloons of different shapes. Seeing at least three means you are going to have a great day.
How many can you count?
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Humans have always dreamt of flying and a hot air balloon became the first technology to give people a chance to see the world from a bird’s-eye view. To this day a hot air balloon is a synonym of romantic adventures. And now you can enjoy one in Vilnius.
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The first hot air balloon flight in Vilnius took off on November 14, 1806 from the courtyard in place of the current Presidential Palace.
A villager who saw the balloon descending believed it to be the creation of the devil. Only after much persuasion did he agree to help Kuparenka retrieve the balloon and take it to the village.
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Today, the sight of hot air balloons in Vilnius is a common, yet still a mesmerizing sight. Vilnius is one of few capitals in Europe that allows hot air balloons to soar directly above it.
Vilnius is one of few capitals in Europe that allows hot air balloons to soar directly above it.
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Flying a hot air balloon is like stepping into a fairytale movie.
While you’re gliding through the air above Vilnius Old Town, stunning Baroque buildings, charming red rooftops, and twisty little streets offer a fresh perspective into Vilnius.
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“The world's a nicer place in my beautiful balloon”
... sang The 5th Dimension. Indeed, floating above the city, you leave all the hustle and bustle below.
With the balloon going higher and the houses and people getting smaller, it’s easy to savor the moment.
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A hot air balloon is definitely a bucket-list experience. It's an adventure without the adrenaline rush of extreme sports. While the flight itself is tranquil floating through the noiseless air, the thrill of ascending and descending can be quite exhilarating.
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The whole Universe needs to align for the hot air balloon flight to happen.
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Favorable wind, cloudless skies, no rain, and good visibility are all taken into consideration for security reasons before lifting off. Usually, the flights happen between April and October.
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Get your camera ready!
Balloons take off just after sunrise, or right before the sunset, so you’re guaranteed the best lighting.
And, even though you can’t control which direction the wind will take you, all the landscapes unfolding under your feet will be impressive.
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When a hot air balloon flies up in the sky, all the dreams fly with it. It embodies all hopes and dreams and is a symbol of freedom. Those have also been the values of Vilnius for 700 years.
That’s why flying in a hot air balloon exploring Vilnius from above is a double adventure
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Even if you think you can’t tackle your fear of heights to actually fly in a balloon, watching colorful hot air balloons in the sky is still captivating.
Especially if you come to the take-off spots. Some of them are right in the Old Town or the city center, so it’s hard to miss. The moment the balloon lifts off is magical.
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