The monument honors the famous Lithuanian pilots Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas, who successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1933 with their plane "Lituanica." This flight was not only a technical achievement but also a tremendous moral victory for the Lithuanian nation, symbolizing courage and sacrifice.
The monument is located in Kaunas, the intended final destination of their flight. Visitors can read about this historic event and learn more about Darius and Girėnas and their flight, which was dedicated to strengthening Lithuanian independence.
Forest trail section 63. Vaišvydava – Kaunas tourist attraction.
