Salduvės piliakalnis, Archaeological hillfort in Šiauliai District Municipality, Lithuania.
The circular plateau of Salduvės piliakalnis measures 20 meters in diameter and features an earthen rampart with a surrounding trench up to 4 meters deep.
The hillfort served as a defensive structure between the 11th and 14th centuries, with archaeological evidence suggesting continuous improvements throughout the first millennium.
The name Salduvė connects to Lithuanian dialect traditions, potentially deriving from words related to sweetness or from historical personal names in the region.
The site stands 5 kilometers from Šiauliai city center and requires appropriate footwear for exploring the earthworks and surrounding defensive structures.
In the early 19th century, the hill supported an optical telegraph tower, marking its transformation from ancient fortress to modern communication point.
Location: Šiauliai District Municipality
Website: http://piliakalniai.lt/piliakalnis.php?piliakalnis_id=521
GPS coordinates: 55.92961,23.35908
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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