Trakai Island Castle

Trakų salos pilis

castle in Trakai

#1 in Trakai / #1 in Lithuania

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Trakai Island Castle is a historic medieval fortress located on an island in Lake Galvė, near the town of Trakai in Lithuania. Constructed in the 14th century by Grand Duke Kęstutis, the castle served as a strategic military stronghold and a significant center of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. The picturesque red-brick structure features Gothic architectural elements and has been meticulously restored, making it a popular tourist destination.

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