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Vilnius has its own republic, and it’s called ‘Užupis’

Lithuania has its own version of Paris’ ‘Montmartre’, by ©Pierre-Anthony Canovas

(4 minutes 55) Twelve years ago, a  fantastical, idealistic idea that emerged out of the ‘decay’ of daily life resulted in a district in the capital of Lithuania declaring itself independent. A mere bridge bars you from reaching the ‘republic’ - its residents tell us more. Plus, images by Jordi Cohen

by Pierre-Anthony Canovas @ Translation: Mohsin Patel @

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24/07/09

Tags : Villes, Lituanie, EUdebate2009, europe on the ground, poésie, utopia, musique, EUDebate 2009, Vilnius, arts, villes.

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