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Visible landmarks, the history of surrounding areas, and natural as well as cultural highlights are presented in detail. It is not only a physical ascent to a higher point, but also a journey through time and through the worldview of the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most striking highlights of the tour is the opportunity to see the calendar stone circle <strong>\u201cLithuania\u2019s Sun\u201d<\/strong> from a bird\u2019s-eye view. 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