Lithuania's Hill of Crosses
Cowbag — November 3, 2008 — Social Good
References: sacredsites & uniquedaily
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.
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.
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Guerrilla Art Installations — Opportunity to anonymously express political views and rebel against popular culture.
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Freedom of Expression — Opportunity for citizens to express sacred beliefs without fear of reprisal or persecution.
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Sacred Guerrilla Sites — Creation of secret or hidden spaces for expressions of spiritual or religious importance.
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Art and Design — Exploring new forms of artistic expression and challenging traditional boundaries.
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Tourism and Travel — Creating unique and unconventional tourist attractions that offer a different perspective.
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Cultural Preservation — Finding innovative ways to preserve and share sacred traditions and beliefs.
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