Step into a fairytale at Trakai Island C

#cityplaybook visiting Trakai Island Castle in Lithuania, with expanded insights into its history, what to see, how to get there, and practical travel tips. Trakai Island Castle Visitor Guide Overview Trakai Island Castle (Lithuanian: Trakų salos pilis) is a fairy-tale fortress located on an island in Lake Galvė, near the town of Trakai, just 28 km (17 mi) west of Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital. Built in the 14th century by Grand Duke Kęstutis and later completed by his son Vytautas the Great, the castle served as a political and military center of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Today, it's one of the most iconic and visited historical sites in the country.#island