The Žaibiškė hillfort is an archaeological site and fortification located in the Užpalių eldership of the Utenos district. It is situated in the forest at a distance of 200 metres from a former quarry, accessible via the road from Kaniūkai to Jūžintai.
The hillfort was constructed on a separate hill. It features an oval courtyard measuring 36 by 12 metres, oriented towards the northwest. On the northwestern edge of the courtyard, there is a rampart that is 0.4 metres high and 5 metres wide.
Located 2 to 4 metres below the courtyard level in the slopes is a terrace about 2 metres wide. The slopes of the hillfort rise between 6 and 10 metres in height. The site is covered in juniper bushes and covers an area of 1.3 hectares. It was recognized as a state-protected cultural monument on April 29, 2005.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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