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Vėžaičiai Manor Estate

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Klaipėda District Tourism Information Center

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Vėžaičiai, a town renowned for its rich history and cultural diversity, is one of the most visited places in the Klaipėda district, located near the abundant tributaries of the Minija River – the Skinija and Gerdauja rivers. At the heart of this region lies the Vėžaičiai Manor, with roots dating back to the early 18th century, which became the center of growth and development for both the town and the surrounding area. The manor complex, featuring a park situated in the western part of Vėžaičiai near the Skinija stream, with its impressive historicist-style buildings and diverse flora, is recognized as a local natural monument and cultural landmark, attracting attention from both locals and tourists. Once surrounded by a dense linden alley, the park is now a popular event venue and a tranquil oasis. The stables,

revitalized as the Vėžaičiai Cultural Center, along with other restored and culturally adapted parts of the building, provide a blend of modernity and tradition to the site. Vėžaičiai is known not only for its historical heritage but also for its active cultural life, centered around the cultural center that hosts exhibitions, concerts, and dance evenings, as well as the annual Oninių festival, which attracts crowds every year. To further exploit the tourism and cultural potential, there are plans to restore and adapt the remaining manor ensemble buildings to become attractions for educational and ecological tourism. The heritage of Butkus Juze, whose birthplace is marked by a roofed pillar, is woven into this area, reminding visitors of the deep cultural and literary roots that have grown in this land.

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