Rasos Cemetery
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One of Vilnius's oldest cemeteries, opened in 1801. Its hillside is filled with ancient gravestones among the trees, and the heart of Marshal Piłsudski is buried here.
Rasos Cemetery was established in 1801 and is one of Vilnius's oldest and best-known cemeteries. It lies on the rolling hillside southeast of the Old Town, with tall old trees and 19th-century carved stone tombstones, cast-iron crosses, and small chapels scattered through the woods. The atmosphere is quiet. Many cultural figures from Lithuania and Poland are buried here, including painter and composer Mikalojus Čiurlionis and Jonas Basanavičius, a signatory of the Act of Independence of Lithuania. Near the entrance, in a black granite tomb, lie the heart of Polish Marshal Józef Piłsudski and his mother. The cemetery is free to visit and is about a 15-minute walk from the Gate of Dawn. The slopes are steep and the paths uneven, so wear flat shoes and keep your voice low.
Opening hours
Open all day (daytime visits recommended)
Nearby sights
- Užupis
- Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit
- Gate of Dawn
- Church of St. Theresa
- Bernardine Garden
- Church of St. Casimir
- St. Anne's Church
- Halės Market