Trakai Island Castle, Lithuania
The Trakai 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. You can reach the Castle by crossing the long wooden bridge. In the winter the lake freezes over and becomes a natural skating rink. You can also take in a special view of the Castle from a boat or yacht.
There is a museum inside the Castle. Visit it and explore the exhibitions of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, various archaeological artefacts and findings and as well as a collection of art. In the summer there are medieval festivals as well as various events and concerts in the Castle's courtyard.
The castle was built in the 14th century and served as a residence for the Grand Dukes of Lithuania. However, the structure fell into disarray in the 17th century and was only rebuilt in 1951. In 1962, the Castle became a part of the Trakai History Museum
Trakai is about 27 km away from capital city of Lithuania Vilnius
Trakai Island Castle, Lithuania
The Trakai 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. You can reach the Castle by crossing the long wooden bridge. In the winter the lake freezes over and becomes a natural skating rink. You can also take in a special view of the Castle from a boat or yacht.
There is a museum inside the Castle. Visit it and explore the exhibitions of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, various archaeological artefacts and findings and as well as a collection of art. In the summer there are medieval festivals as well as various events and concerts in the Castle's courtyard.
The castle was built in the 14th century and served as a residence for the Grand Dukes of Lithuania. However, the structure fell into disarray in the 17th century and was only rebuilt in 1951. In 1962, the Castle became a part of the Trakai History Museum
Trakai is about 27 km away from capital city of Lithuania Vilnius