Apytalaukis Manor, often known as Apytalaukio dvaras, is a former residential manor in Apytalaukis village, Kėdainiai district, Lithuania. Once owned by the noble Šiukšta family, this manor's history dates back to the 18th century when Šiukšta built the first brick palace. In 1819, a park reminiscent of an English garden was created. The park was expanded in the mid-19th century, and the palace was rebuilt in 1850 and again in 1880, potentially following a project by the Polish architect Kozłowski.
In front of the manor stands a decorative pool. After World War II, the manor was rebuilt in 1954. However, in 1976, it became a psychoneurological boarding school. Today, it stands derelict following a severe arson incident in 2022. Kedainiai authorities have taken emergency stabilization efforts, temporarily halting further decay from fire damage. Yet, the site remains at risk if long-term action is not taken. Apytalaukis Manor is listed as palace code 981 in the Lithuanian Register of Cultural Values.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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