 Meanwhile, much of the construction that was not deemed to be of permanent value, erected during the Soviet times, has been demolished, leaving room for new streets and housing.The combination of military heritage sites and newer construction is a distinctive feature of "Šiaurės miestelis".Reflecting its military history, numerous street names in and around "Šiaurės miestelis" allude to military concepts, including "Kareivių" ("Soldiers"), "Lakūnų" ("Pilots"), "Žygio" ("March"), "Apkasų" ("Trenches"), "Ulonų" ("Light Cavalry").