#thegatesofdawn is one of the most visited shrines in #vilnius that is famous not only in $Lithuania but also abroad, worshipped by the representatives of other creeds too.
This is the only surviving gate of the first original five gates in the city wall that was built between 1503 and 1522.
The painting of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy, in the Chapel of the Gates of Dawn is known all over the world. The picture, which is also called “Vilnius Madonna”, was painted in 17th century. It is painted in the Renaissance style, in tempera on oak boards, later repainted in oil.
Since the middle of the 17th century it has been said to have miracle-working powers.
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Enchanting visit - Vilnius
Chris traveller
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We stopped, to stretch our legs from driving. As I understand a bridge is part of a, sort of, city park. We parked by the picnic area, went to the Mound, to the duck-face tree, through the bridge, to the open air theater and then back to the car. nice promenade.The surroundings are so beautiful and mesmerizing
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