If you are in Vilnius, then you must set aside a few hours to visit Trakai. Only about 17 miles (28 km) from the capital of Lithuania but endures a hidden treasure. Trakai is surrounded by beautiful lakes, picturesque landscapes, numerous islands, a lovely castle on an island, and the remaining population of the Turkish ethnic minority known as Karaimes. Their history goes back to the 14th century. Definitely worth a visit.
Guided Tour to Trakai
It was a beautiful sunny day and perfect weather for the trip to Trakai from Vilnius. Made a reservation for a Guided Tour to Trakai and scheduled the trip early in the morning. They picked me up from the hotel and, later on, on our way, collected a few other tourists from different hotels. The minivan was comfortable, and the tourist guide (English-speaking) was excellent. We came to know a lot about Lithuania during the trip; otherwise, it would have taken days to know.
Trakai is a historic city and lake resort in Lithuania, only about half an hour’s drive from Vilnius. There are 200 lakes and 21 islands in that region. Trakai town is also built on water, and lakes surround the town. One of the main attractions of Trakai is Karaims (or Karaites), a small Turic-speaking religious & ethnic group that settled in Krakai in 1397 – 1398 from Crimea. Now only 30 families are left in the town. Traditional Karaim pastry is one of the specialties in the town.
Another attraction in Krakai is the Island Castle, which was built in the early 14th century. This is a must-visit place when you are in Vilnius for someone who likes to take photos. Many activities are available, like museums, trips by boat, yachts or steamboats, swimming or diving, fishing, camping, or visiting cafes. Walking in the city or just sitting near the lake is also relaxing and enjoyable.
Once you get there, you will definitely notice the castle is much more majestic in person than what you have seen in the picture. It will take 2-3 hours maximum to see it completely.
The price to enter the Castle Tower is 21 Litas + 4 Litas to have permission to take photos. I was part of the tour group, so their price included the entrance fee (so I was saved). I enjoyed the trip, and it was an affordable price too.
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