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Traveller explores Lithuania's Hill of Crosses where mystery surrounds its origin

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This explorer filmed as they ventured through the striking Hill of Crosses located in Jurgaičiai, Lithuania.

Footage shows thousands of crosses of all shapes and sizes lining the narrow path that ascends the hill.

Not only crosses but statues of the Virgin Mary and carvings of Lithuanian patriots are also placed on the hill.

There are estimated to be around 100,000 crosses at the site which is a major site of Catholic pilgrimage.

The origin of the practice of leaving crosses on the hill is uncertain.

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