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Trakai is a historically significant town. Lithuania Trakai Island Castle TYPE OF SITE Trakai is a historically significant town. PHYSICAL AND AESTHETIC FEATURES Trakai town is located in the west part of Vilnius between the hills, forests and lakes. There are 200 lakes in the region. The deepest lake is Galvė, which has 21 islands. AREA COVERED HISTORICAL/SCIENTIFIC/ARTISTIC INFORMATION 497.1 square kilometres.  This town is  famous for its picturesque landscape and the legendary Trakai Castle. Trakai is also known for the Karaimes (people speaking the Turkish language), who have lived there since the 14th century and have preserved their traditions. DATING It started developing in the 13th century. It was first mentioned in 1337.

Erasmus group near the Trakai Island castle Lithuania Trakai Island Castle HIGHLIGHTS Erasmus group near the Trakai Island castle

CONDITION OF PRESERVATION VISITING TIME Lithuania Trakai island castle CONDITION OF PRESERVATION The castle is well preserved. VISITING TIME March, April, October Tuesday- Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 May- September Monday- Sunday 10:00 - 19:00 November- February Tuesday- Sunday 9:00 - 17:00 LEGAL OWNERSHIP It’s a public place, owned by Trakai town authorities. TICKETS AND BOOKING Adults-8€ Children, elderly-4 €

Trakai island castle ACCESSIBILITY Lithuania Trakai island castle ACCESSIBILITY The outside of the castle is accessible for disabled people. You can reach the castle by bus, your own transport or taxi. FACILITIES There are plenty of restaurants, where you can taste the traditional Lithuanian meals. There are a lot of boat renting places, shops, hotels.