The Iron Mound: A Hidden Defense Stronghold

The Iron Mound: A Hidden Defense Stronghold

Delve into the secrets of Lithuania's ancient Iron Mound, a hidden defense stronghold that offers a rare glimpse into the nation's historical battle strategies.

The Iron Mound, hidden amongst the forests near Bradeliske village and on the banks of the Dūkšta River, is a hill fort within the Neris Regional Park territory in Lithuania. Though no wooden castle remains, the surrounding fortifications hint at the strong defensive strategies once employed by ancient Lithuanian forces.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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