• Trakai Island Castle (Lithuanian: Trakų salos pilis; Polish: Zamek w Trokach) is an island castle located in Trakai, Lithuania, on an island in Lake Galvė.
  • It is the only island castle in Eastern Europe. The whole landscape of Trakai dictates its architecture: many lakes are found in the historical center.
  • The Castle of Trakai Island is, of course, what garners all the kudos, and well deserved they are. However, the surroundings can be utterly breathtaking in autumn!
  • As one of Lithuania's most cherished landmarks, Trakai Island Castle stands as a symbol of the nation's rich history and resilience.
  • Trakai Island Castle, also known as Trakai Castle, was constructed in the 14th century during the reign of Grand Duke Kęstutis, one of Lithuania’s historical rulers.
  • The castle can be reached by a wooden bridge from Trakai town. It's one of the few island castles in Eastern Europe.
  • Trakai Island Castle, also referred to as the Crown of Lake Galvė, offers visitors both glorious Lithuanian history and a great variety of present-day cultural events.
  • It is the only castle in Eastern Europe built on an island https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trakai_Island_Castle.
  • The Trakai Island Castle has become one of the most visited places in Lithuania. Historical symbol of the Middle Ages of the Duchy of Lithuania.
  • Trakai Island Castle is probably the most famous castle in Lithuania. Shrouded in legends, celebrated by poets, depicted many times on canvases and in...