Ilguva Manor

Ilguva Manor is a classical estate house in the Šakiai district characterized by its balanced facade with symmetrically arranged window rows. The buildings display typical neoclassical features such as regular proportions and refined decorative details that enhance their formal appearance.

The manor was built during a period when Lithuanian nobility established country estates as centers of local administration. In the 19th century it served as an important site for managing agricultural lands and hosting community events.

The manor served as a social center where local nobility and the community gathered for important events. It helped shape rural life and remains a symbol of how estates organized the countryside around them.

Access to the manor is via the main road through the Šakiai district with parking available near the entrance. It is best visited during daylight hours to fully appreciate the architectural details and surrounding grounds.

The estate grounds contain a church dedicated to the Discovery of the Holy Cross. This combination of manor and chapel on the same grounds shows how religious and residential spaces were historically integrated.