Kernavė

Lithuania
Kernavė, Lithuania
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Once the medieval capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Kernavė is a little settlement on the right bank of the Neris River whose archaeological site earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 2004. Five hill forts rise above the surrounding landscape — known by names including Pilies kalnas, Aukuro kalnas, and Mindaugo kalnas — offering elevated views over the river valley. A Lithuanian state cultural reserve was established here in 1989.

  • Population272
  • Nearest water from center0.7 km
  • Nearest mountain from center20.6 km
  • UNESCO within 50 km4

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