Trakai, Medieval city in Trakai District Municipality, Lithuania
The city stands on numerous islands between Lake Galvė, Lake Akmena, and Lake Luka, connected by a network of bridges and pedestrian paths.
The settlement gained prominence when Grand Duke Vytautas moved his residence to the Island Castle in the late 14th century, establishing Trakai as his power center.
The Karaim community maintains its traditions in Trakai since 1397, when 383 families relocated from Crimea at the invitation of Grand Duke Vytautas.
Visitors can reach Trakai by regular trains and buses from Vilnius, with the journey taking approximately 40 minutes from the Lithuanian capital.
The Peninsula Castle and Island Castle form a medieval complex surrounded by lakes, representing the only castle system built on water in Eastern Europe.
Location: Trakai District Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 155 m
Website: http://trakai.lt
GPS coordinates: 54.63333,24.93333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:56
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Trakai Historical National Park
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Senieji Trakai Castle
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