Monument to Kristijonas Donelaitis, Vilnius

The Monument to Kristijonas Donelaitis in Vilnius is a tribute to one of Lithuania's most renowned poets. Situated in the Vilnius University ensemble, the sculpture was erected to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the poet's birth. The monument is made of glass plastic and was designed by the sculptor Konstantinas Bogdanas. It depicts the poet sitting in a dignified pose with an open book on his lap.

The monument's pedestal bears the poet's name, as well as the dates of his birth and death, and the year the monument was erected. Donelaitis (01/01/1714 – 18/02/1780) is widely recognized outside of Lithuania, with his work receiving international acclaim. His poem, Metai (The Year), has been translated into multiple foreign languages and was added to UNESCO's Library of European Literary Masterpieces in 1977, alongside the epic works of Homer and Virgil.

The Monument to Kristijonas Donelaitis is a fitting tribute to the poet's legacy, recognizing his literary contributions to Lithuania and the world. His work remains relevant today and is still awaiting new research and interpretation. As such, the monument serves as a reminder of the importance of literature and the impact it can have on a culture and a society.