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Stūgliai Hillfort

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In the Švenčionys district municipality, near Stūgliai, within the Švenčionys eldership, stands a historic hillfort accompanied by an adjacent settlement, serving as an important archaeological site that reveals fragments of past life. This geographically distinct site, situated on a separate hill, features an oval, elongated plateau oriented north-south, measuring 55×45 meters, with some areas showing up to a 3-meter difference in ground level. Unique findings, such as a stone axe with a shaft hole, a fragment of an iron knife, and grooved pottery, have been uncovered here. The steep slopes, ranging from 4 to 12 meters in height, and the hillfort's disturbance from plowing activities on the northern, western, and southwestern flanks, which have formed terraces up to 10 meters wide, testify to significant human activity and the hillfort's importance to past communities.

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the hillfort's disturbance from plowing activities on the northern, western, and southwestern flanks, which have formed terraces up to 10 meters wide, testify to significant human activity and the hillfort's importance to past communities. This site, with scattered deciduous trees and pines on the southeastern slope, is not only a treasure trove for archaeological research but also a natural haven inviting visitors to appreciate the marvel of nature and history in harmony. The hillfort stands as a mysterious witness to the past, with further studies potentially revealing more about Lithuania's ancient history, culture, and daily life.

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2025-11-17

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