Telšiai, Administrative city in northwestern Lithuania.
Telšiai covers approximately 143,900 hectares in the Žemaitija region with over 53,800 inhabitants and sits at an elevation of 128 meters above sea level within the Telšiai District Municipality.
The city served as the seat of Telšių County until 1920 and maintained significant administrative importance throughout centuries of Lithuanian regional governance and territorial development.
Telšiai features numerous cultural landmarks including churches, museums, and public squares that showcase its architectural evolution and traditional Lithuanian community events and festivals.
The city operates an official website at www.telsiai.lt providing information about municipal services, tourism opportunities, and local news for residents and visitors seeking current information.
Notable figures born in Telšiai include Gabriel Narutowicz, who served as President of Poland in 1922, and Michał Wojnicz, known for discovering a famous manuscript.
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