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Church of the Crucified Jesus in Pievėnai
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The Church of the Crucified Jesus in Pievėnai, built in 1788 thanks to the nobleman Feliksas Važinskis, stands out with its traditional residential house forms and adds unique heritage to Lithuania's cultural identity. This location preserves a unique European custom - the theatrical Easter Vigil, during which locals, dressed as "Jews" and using improvised equipment, perform a symbolic act of stealing the cross. This not only reminds the community of their historical ties but also continues ancient traditions despite past prohibitions. The Pievėnai Church has become a significant place where the unique Easter Vigil ritual lives on, contributing to the preservation of Lithuania's cultural heritage.
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