The Hill of Crosses in Siauliai, Lithuania, is strangely beautiful. And no one knows how it got there.
They are 100,000 crosses, on a small mountain, creating an amazing view. It is also a great illustration of the concept of power to the people.
The Soviets have apparently taken it down time again and again, only to have the crosses reappear.
Implications - Guerrilla art is a way for the masses to anonymously express political views, beautify their surroundings and rebel against popular culture. In some parts of the world, freedom of expression is a precious yet illegal idea; guerrilla art installations such as this one lets citizens express sacred beliefs without fear of reprisal or persecution.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Guerrilla Art Installations
- Opportunity to anonymously express political views and rebel against popular culture.
- Freedom of Expression
- Opportunity for citizens to express sacred beliefs without fear of reprisal or persecution.
- Sacred Guerrilla Sites
- Creation of secret or hidden spaces for expressions of spiritual or religious importance.
Where This Applies
- Art and Design
- Exploring new forms of artistic expression and challenging traditional boundaries.
- Tourism and Travel
- Creating unique and unconventional tourist attractions that offer a different perspective.
- Cultural Preservation
- Finding innovative ways to preserve and share sacred traditions and beliefs.
