Anykščiai Regional Park
Anykščiai Regional Park covers 15,485 hectares (38,260 acres) in northeastern Lithuania near the city of Anykščiai. It was founded in 1992 to preserve natural and cultural areas.
Anykščiai Regional Park | |
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IUCN category V (protected landscape/seascape) | |
Map of Lithuania | |
Location | Utena County, Lithuania |
Nearest city | Anykščiai |
Coordinates | 55°30′36″N 25°08′20″E[1] |
Area | 15,485 ha (38,260 acres) |
Established | 1992 |
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A horse museum, the Burbiškis estate, archeological sites that have been connected to King of Lithuania Mindaugas, and a narrow-gauge railway are located within the park. Its cultural landmarks include the home of the author Antanas Baranauskas.
See also
References
- "Anyksciu regioninis parkas State Park". protectedplanet.net.
- Regional parks of Lithuania official website.
- (in Lithuanian) Anykščiai Regional Park official website.
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