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Nemenčinė Hillfort

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The trapezoidal-shaped site, awaiting today's visitors, is remarkable for its extensive history, spanning from the early to mid-1st millennium. This historical location features visible layers of history along its edges – ramparts, ditches, and a forefield, all testifying to the ancient architectural and defensive structures. The site measures 32 meters in length and 20 meters in width at the northern end, narrowing to 5 meters near the southern ditch. The northern edge is marked by a 1.5-meter-high rampart, with a strategically significant forefield beyond the ditch. Excavated pits at the southwestern end provide a clear view of the strategic thinking and use of the area by ancient inhabitants.

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Nemenčinė
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thinking and use of the area by ancient inhabitants. The hillfort's slopes range from 9 to 12 meters in height, bearing evident traces of plowing and pits. The hillfort is known in local tales as the Mūrinė or Rūkainiai site. The surrounding area also includes a settlement at the base, where pottery and metal artifacts have been discovered, along with a 9th-12th century burial mound, adding considerable cultural and historical weight. Access to this unique location is straightforward, reachable from the Vilnius-Medininkai road, offering convenience for visitors to explore and rediscover the beauty and history of this ancient region.

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