Today, Mingė is a hub for rural and water tourism within the .
: First mentioned in 1540, the village is an architectural monument featuring traditional wooden buildings typical of the Pomeranian region. "Plaukia salos" - MingД—
: Mingė is the only village in Lithuania where the main "street" is the Minija River itself. Houses are built on both banks, but there are no bridges; residents and visitors must use boats to cross from one side to the other. Today, Mingė is a hub for rural and
"Plaukia salos" is a famous song performed by the Lithuanian folk ensemble , led by Rolandas Bučmys. The song’s title, which translates to "Islands are Floating," serves as a poetic tribute to its namesake, the village of Mingė (also known as Minija ), often called the "Venice of Lithuania" . The Village of Mingė: Lithuania's Venice Houses are built on both banks, but there