St. John the Baptist and St. John the Apostle and Evangelist Church

"The church was founded in 1387 by Grand Duke Jogaila and was originally a wooden structure. The current brick church was built in the 15th century and was completed in 1529. The church was designed in the Gothic style and is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Lithuania. The church was damaged by fire in 1748 and 1812, but it was each time repaired. The church was closed by the Soviet government in 1944 and was used as a warehouse. The church was reopened in 1989, and it has been undergoing restoration ever since. The Church of St. John the Baptist and St. John the Apostle and Evangelist is a Gothic church with a hall nave and a three-aisled basilica layout. The church has a tall, slender tower that is topped with a spire. The church's interior is richly decorated with frescoes, sculptures, and stained glass windows. The church is also home to a number of important works of art, including the Triptych of the Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist by Hans Memling and the Tomb of Sigismund Augustus. The Church of St. John the Baptist and St. John the Apostle and Evangelist is an important religious and cultural landmark in Lithuania. The church is a popular tourist destination and is also an active place of worship. The church is home to the relics of several Lithuanian saints, including Saint Casimir and Saint Kunigunda."

"One of the most important buildings historically on the Vilnius University campus, the church dates back to the 14th century. In addition to being a place of worship, the space was also used for defending theses before graduating! "