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What legendary animal is associated with the founding of Vilnius?

  • Iron Wolf

  • Golden Bear

  • Silver Fox

  • Bronze Horse

Answer

Iron Wolf, a legendary animal, is deeply intertwined with the founding of Vilnius. According to an ancient tale, Grand Duke Gediminas, the city's founder, had a prophetic dream where an iron wolf stood on a hill howling. The dream was interpreted as a sign to establish a city at that location, which became Vilnius.
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