3 articles tagged with trakai
The first time I saw Trakai's castle rising from Lake Galvė, surrounded by forest-covered islands and shimmering water, I felt that familiar flutter in my chest—the one that tells me I've found somewhere truly special. Just 28 kilometers west of...
Lithuania might not be the first destination that comes to mind for most travelers, but after spending a weekend exploring the fairytale castle of Trakai and the vibrant streets of Vilnius, I'm convinced it should be on everyone's radar. As...
Standing on the wooden bridge connecting Trakai Castle to the mainland, with the late afternoon sun casting golden ripples across Lake Galvė, I couldn't help but feel I'd stepped into a medieval fairytale. This 14th-century fortress, perched dramatically on its...