Lithuania has a rich indigenous history deeply rooted in the Baltic region and is one of the few remaining countries in Europe where the influence of a natural spirituality, often described as "paganism", remains vibrant and deeply felt. The Lithuanian people, part of the Baltic ethno-linguistic group, have preserved one of the oldest Indo-European languages, closely tied to ancient Sanskrit. For centuries, Lithuania resisted Christianization, maintaining its animistic and polytheistic traditions until the late 14th century.

 

The medieval Grand Duchy of Lithuania became one of the largest and most diverse states in Europe, stretching from the Baltic to the Black Sea, fostering a unique fusion of indigenous Baltic traditions with Slavic, Jewish, and Central European influences.

 

Despite occupations and being integrated into the Soviet Union, Lithuania has remained deeply connected to its folklore and land-based spirituality. The genuine respect and love for its history is also expressed in the growing popularity of Sutartinės, ancient multipart songs characterized by polyphonic singing, where singers perform different melodic lines in parallel, and Romuva, a movement that emphasizes a harmonious relationship with nature and the cycles of life, and revives ancient rituals.