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Located in the lake district of the picturesque landscape, Trakai was the administrative, economic and defensive centre of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania at the beginning of the 14th c. The majestic Gothic castle on an island of Galve Lake, the town’s flower, is the only castle surrounded by water in Eastern and Central Europe. Inside the castle, there is the Trakai Historic Museum where visitors can see some intresting old armament collections as well as other historic exhibits. The remains found on the peninsula keep memory of the second castle located in the region. On the territories of the castles, the Annual Festival of Medieval Fightings is held by warrior clubs every June. Ticket price 4 EUR. Guide tour in English 15 EUR.
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