Bėčionys hillfort, Ancient defensive hillfort in Šalčininkai District Municipality, Lithuania.
The hillfort features earthen ramparts and wooden fortification remains positioned on an elevated terrain at coordinates 54.2201389, 25.5993056.
This settlement dates from the Bronze and Iron Ages, serving as a strategic defensive position for local inhabitants against potential invaders.
The site represents one of Lithuania's 921 identified hillforts, demonstrating early Baltic tribes' architectural and military engineering capabilities.
Visitors can reach the hillfort through marked paths in the Šalčininkai District, with the site remaining open for public exploration throughout the year.
Archaeological excavations at the location have revealed evidence of ancient wooden structures integrated with natural geographical features for enhanced defense capabilities.
Location: Šalčininkai District Municipality
Website: https://piliakalniai.lt/piliakalnis.php?piliakalnis_id=502
GPS coordinates: 54.22014,25.59931
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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