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Route through the Salantai surroundings

The town of Salantai recalls the times when it was called Skilandžiai, first mentioned in 1556. In the 17th century, Skilandžiai became an important crossroads for trade routes. This helped the village quickly grow into a town, which has been called Salantai since 1638. The town's layout is radial, formed in the second half of the 16th century to the first half of the 20th century. After the fire in 1926, the town was replanned. The main architectural highlight of the town is the two-towered Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. In front of the church stands a monument, erected in 1989 by V. Orvidas, to commemorate the suffering of the Lithuanian people, while behind the church stands the Independence Monument, built in 1930. In the park next to it, the Salantai Manor was located since the 16th century. The town of Salantai is also famous for its unique Salantai pie, which has been appreciated, recognized, and loved by even the greatest gourmets. The town is also known for Mindaugas Ivanauskas' homestead with a collection of exotic birds and animals. No less fascinating and full of discoveries are the surroundings of Salantai.