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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. The construction of the stone castle was begun in the 14th century by Kęstutis, and around 1409 major works were completed by his son Vytautas the Great, who died in this castle in 1430.
Trakai Island Castle. Address: Karaimų str. 43C (Lake Galvė, Castle Island), Trakai. Extended map view. Trakai is well known for its unique lakes and the medieval castle complex that was revived from its ruins in the last century.
TRAKAI ISLAND CASTLE. Ph.: +370 528 53 946. Extended map view. Since 1962, an exposition of the Trakai History Museum has been operating in the central building of Trakai Castle on the island, where you can wander around the old castle, examine its austere interior and many interesting exhibits.
The castle is famous for its gothic architecture and its special location – it stands on an island on Lake Galve, one of the deepest lakes in Lithuania. The view of the historic structure is straight out of a fairy tale. You can reach the castle by crossing the long wooden bridge.
Jan 5, 2023 · Trakai Island Castle is one of the most historic and beautiful places in all of Lithuania. Here we will cover how to visit, Trakai Castle opening hours and entrance fees, where to park, and where to stay.
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.
Sep 7, 2022 · Located on a small island in Lake Galvė, just off the coast of Trakai, the Trakai Island Castle was built at the end of the 14th century, but besieged and damaged by the Teutonic Knights in...
Jan 1, 2024 · What and where is Trakai Island Castle in Lithuania? Trakai Castle is a rose-coloured gothic fortress that is perched on an island in the middle of Lake Galvé. It’s located in the old town of Trakai Lithuania which, once upon a time, used to be a historic city.
The 14th-century castle stands on an island in Lake Galvė, one of the deepest lakes in Lithuania. The castle once served as the residence of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania. Now, it houses an historical museum. The Castle of Trakai Island is, of course, what garners all the kudos, and well deserved they are.
Magnificent Trakai Island Castle is situated in one of the many islands on Lakė Galvė. It is a masterpiece of Lithuanian medieval defensive architecture and the only water castle in Eastern Europe.
