Gate of Dawn
Gate of Dawn
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Coryy20
Port of Spain, Trinidad6,366 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I got to this location using the hop on hop off bus. This is a special and religious spot. Ths is the original gate or entrance to the city of Vilnous Old Town. It was build centuries ago.. I think in the 1500s. There is a chapel above this walk through gate. Thia is a very popular and historic area for many people.
It is known around the world by many. Keep in mind Vilnius is a UNESCO protected city.
It is known around the world by many. Keep in mind Vilnius is a UNESCO protected city.
Written 17 June 2020
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LolaGo1
Washington DC, DC6,632 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
The entrance to this attraction is a door at the street level. There are steps to take to get a closer look of the image of Virgin Mary. The space is very small so lingering here is not a viable option. Taking photos of the image is NOT allowed, a female guard would let you know. Option B - take a picture from outside, just zoom it.
Written 28 May 2023
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Iveta V
Riga, Latvia31 contributions
Dec 2022
Definitely worth visiting. The location within the city wall above the gates and overall atmosphere gives a special feeling. Have been visiting Vilnius many times, but visited this place only recently. Recommend not to miss it.
Written 12 March 2023
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Go Vilnius
Vilnius, Lithuania165 contributions
Jul 2023 • Business
Today, most people associate the Gates of Dawn with a house of prayer. However, a few centuries ago, the name Gates of Dawn referred to part of Vilnius’ defensive wall. At that time, the city’s defensive wall had ten gates, though the Gates of Dawn are the only ones to have survived to the present day. The structure’s defensive function is reflected by the firing openings that are still visible on the outside of the gate.
Written 22 August 2023
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Bea
1,295 contributions
May 2023 • Family
The Gates of Dawn were first mentioned in 1514. The name Gates of Dawn referred to part of Vilnius’ defensive wall. At that time, the city’s defensive wall had ten gates and the Gates of Dawn are the only ones which survived. Today it is associated worldwide by Catholics, Russian Orthodox and Greek Orthodox with worship and miracles caused by Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy. Her miraculous painting in the Gates of Dawn is one of the most famous Renaissance paintings in Lithuania. The miraculous painting is also called the Madonna of the Gates of Dawn or the Madonna of Vilnius. It is located in the chapel and was painted specifically for this chapel in the 17th century, following the example of Dutch painter Martin de Vos. The chapel was first wooden but after the fire it was made of brick.
Written 14 December 2023
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Olli M
Helsinki, Finland22 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
The whole Ausros Vartu (Gate of Dawn) street is an unmissable part of Vilnius. There are three beautiful churches near each other and many quaint shops and restaurants. The actual Gate of Dawn chapel is also great to see. When I visited there was a mass going on and you could hear the singing down on the street. The chapel itself is quite small and might not be so interesting unless you're a practising Catholic.
Written 15 July 2024
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Anonymous855
Trabuco Canyon, California1,800 contributions
Jul 2022
A stairway to the side leads up to this alcove and it fits about 12 people...no photography allowed (even without flash). Unless you want to pray, I'd say skip it as there are tons of other churches you can sit in and relect.
Written 6 August 2022
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Mandolina63
Stockholm, Sweden91 contributions
Jan 2022
Visiting the gate of dawn takes maybe 20 minutes. Go inside and experience the old polish women praying in front of the madonna. When we were there, a priest came out to take confessions. On a whole a short but interesting experience. No entrance fee.
Written 24 January 2022
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Richard M
Hampstead Norreys, UK937 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
the gate is the only one left from the original wall arounf Vilnius. It is now a chapel that contains a pictures that has performed miracles across the years. You can go upstairs and see the image and it was lovely to see those with faith all sitting underneath the window where the picture is showing homage.
Written 4 August 2024
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Judi M
Trafalgar, Australia367 contributions
Jul 2019
Walked up the staircase to the top where a service was taking place with signs requesting not to photograph. I didn't but a lot of people obviously are very ignorant. Although I could not understand it I enjoyed the service. Afterwards wandered through the church at the bottom.
Written 3 January 2020
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Скажите, пожалуиста, в какое время дня Вы там были, когда были песнопения? Спасибо!
Written 4 June 2018
Мы были с утра, до 12 точно! День недели не припомню, к сожалению
Written 11 June 2018
najlepiej z tyłu za Ostrą Bramą. Aczklwiek parkowac można wszędzie, tylko należy zapłacić albo na parkingu prytwatnym albo w parkomacie, W ścisłym Centrum opłaty około 2,5 EUR za godzinę
Written 3 May 2018
Здравствуйте! Подскажите, пожалуйста, в журнале прочитала что до 15 сентября каждый вторник, пятницу и субботу в 11.00 возле Ворот Зари (Остра Брама) есть гид (русскоговорящий), который организовывает экскурсию по городу. Так ли это? Подскажите стоимость экскурсии.
Written 30 July 2015
Не думаю, что нати гида на улице это лучший вариант. Зайдите на сайт города или в городской туристический центр на месте и вы найдете все экскурсии.
Written 31 July 2015
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