Lithuania
Joined the EU 2003. Not a founder of it
Was Lithuania part of Russia?
Actually, it was. For over 100 years, it was part of Russia, and then split.
Location
Lithuania was east of the Baltic Sea, and south of Finland, Estonia, and Latvia.
The gold on the flag means the fields, the green is the countryside, and red is the blood shed for the country
Cities
The Capitol city is Vilnus. Other recognizable cities are Kaunas, Klaipeda, Siauliai, and Alytus.
Tourism
People should go to Birstonas because the have elegant relaxing spas.
Geography
Lithuania is south of Latvia, and east of the Baltic Sea.
Government type
Lithuania's government type is parliamentary democracy. It is pretty much like our government.
Currency
The Lithuanian currency is the lita
Interesting facts
They celebrate shrove day. (pancake day)
3.6 million people live there.
Part of 3 baltic states.