- Located 28 kilometers from Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, Trakai is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Vilnius. ... Trakai Castle is an island castle.
- This all culminated in major castle reconstruction finishing in 1961. Trakai Island Castle, Trakai, Lithuania (ISO 400, 4.5 mm, f /2.8, 1/40 s).
- ...are a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for a unique and memorable experience, a visit to Trakai Island Castle is a must when in Lithuania.
- During the war with Sweden and Russia, Trakai Island Castle sustained significant damage and it was not rebuilt after these events.
- The construction of Trakai Island Castle was related to the expansion and strengthening of the Trakai Peninsula Castle.
- 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!
- Trakai Castle is a Lithuanian castle built on an island surrounded by Lake Galvė, one of the deepest lakes in Lithuania. The current castle is a reconstructio.
- Trakai Castle is seen from across Lake Galve. Trakai Island Castle was constructed in the 14th century under two successive Grand Dukes.