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The Jurassic rocks, found in other parts of Europe at a depth of 60-300 m and open to the surface only in the vicinity of Papilė, are rich in remains of small animals called fossils from that time. Shells of ammonites, bivalves and other mollusks are also found. In all, scientists have discovered and described about 300 remains and fragments of Jurassic animals in the Papilė outcrops.
The Jura is called the middle stage of the Mesozoic era, which began 200 million years ago and lasted about 60 million years. At that time, many areas of the present European continent were flooded with water, warm and humid, and the giant ferns were in full swing. During the Jurassic period, giant reptiles, the so-called dinosaurs, appeared and reigned, media reported.
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The purpose of preserving the Jurassic Papilė outcrop is to preserve the most significant outcrop in the Venta Valley with the layered rock yields at the end of the Jurassic century.
The Papil outcrop was managed during the execution of the project “Protection of landscape values and adaptation to visits II”. One of the objectives of the project is to ensure the good state of the landscape, the natural and cultural values of the protected areas, their proper use, management, make them suitable for visiting and getting to know them. The project is financed by the Structural Funds of the European Union, Regional Development Funds.
The old gazebo, the retaining wall and other elements have been dismantled in the area near the Papilė outcrop. The exhibition was adapted for visiting in 2006. Unfortunately, over the years, the gazebo collapsed and the infrastructure became obsolete.
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During the project “Protection of Landscape Values and Adaptation to Visiting II” new works were carried out to manage the Papil Pap outcrop: filling of pits, reinforcing slopes, removal of shrubs, etc. Newly equipped kayak outing with minimal recreational infrastructure. An information booth was set up showing the geological layers of the Papilė outcrop and other relevant information.
The initiator of the project is the State Service of Protected Areas under the Ministry of Defense and the partner is the Directorate of the Regional Sales Park.
The Papil outcrop, a state-protected natural geological monument, is one of the most important objects not only in the Venta Regional Park, Lithuania, but also throughout Europe.
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