Taujėnai: Manor House, Park and Pond

• The estate’s manor house was built in the late 18th century at the initiative of Benediktas Morikonis.
• The park is home to a restored, three-storey wooden granary that is more than 200 years old.
• An exhibition of historical agricultural equipment is located next to the granary.
• The beach is on Taujėnai Pond near the estate; seasonal conditions and facilities may vary.

The manor house, which has survived to this day, was built in the neoclassical style. Its construction in the late 18th century at the initiative of Benediktas Morikonis gives the building a clear historical context. It was designed by the Italian-born architect Pjetras de Rossis. If you are interested in architecture, you can connect the construction period, style and designer to a specific building.

The park is also home to a restored, three-storey wooden granary that is more than 200 years old. It is considered the only surviving granary of its kind in Lithuania. The manor house and granary offer different architectural points of interest for a visit: the neoclassical manor on one hand, and a wooden structure on the other, whose surviving form and restoration are part of its history.

An exhibition of historical agricultural equipment is on display right next to the granary. Its subject adds an agricultural dimension to the buildings. Taujėnai Estate and its park are state-protected cultural heritage sites. When planning your visit, the combination of the manor house, granary and exhibition can therefore be a cultural highlight, not just the manor house alone.

The park invites you to stroll through the stone park, along the pond shores, over bridges and among flower beds and impressive old trees. The different features mentioned offer varied points of interest during your walk: you can focus on the water, landscaped areas and mature trees. The park is part of the estate’s protected cultural heritage.

The small animal enclosure is home to alpacas, a llama, a pony, a donkey, sheep, Cameroon goats and rabbits, as well as white and pied peacocks and various domestic and water birds. The animals you see there may vary. The park also has picnic areas with tables and barbecue facilities. If you plan to use these facilities, check current access arrangements with the operator.

Visitors can take guided tours of Taujėnai Estate. Check with the operator for current arrangements before planning your visit. This will help you decide whether to focus on the estate’s architecture and history or combine a tour with time in the park.

The beach is on Taujėnai Pond, near the estate. As well as cultural and park attractions, Taujėnai therefore offers a stay by the water as a separate focus. When comparing options for your trip, the main difference is what each one offers: the estate is about the manor house, granary and historical equipment; the park is for walks and other activities; and the beach is about the pond. Seasonal conditions and facilities at the beach may vary.

If you are looking for accommodation in Taujėnai, first consider which of these themes will shape your trip. This priority can help you compare accommodation options that are relevant to your plans more effectively.

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When was Taujėnai Estate’s manor house built?

It was built in the late 18th century at the initiative of Benediktas Morikonis. It was designed by the Italian-born architect Pjetras de Rossis.

What animals are in the park?

The animal enclosure is home to alpacas, a llama, a pony, sheep, Cameroon goats, rabbits, and white and pied peacocks, among other animals. The animals may vary.

Where is the beach in Taujėnai?

The beach is on Taujėnai Pond, near the estate. Seasonal conditions and facilities may vary.

Are guided tours of the estate available?

Yes, visitors can take guided tours of Taujėnai Estate. Contact the operator for information about current arrangements.

Go to the broader travel overview: Ukmergė District Municipality.