Vilnius Pink Soup Fest Kicks Off, Turning the City Pink

The 'Vilnius Pink Soup Fest,' one of Lithuania's most iconic summer cultural events, kicked off on the 29th. The organizers raised the festival flag at the TV tower, marking the start of the three-day celebration. Pink soup (Šaltibarščiai) is a traditional cold soup made with beets. This year, the event has expanded, with the train station transformed into a 'Pink Soup Station.' Citizens and tourists alike are participating in the festivities, many wearing pink to celebrate the city's unique culinary culture.