Explore Trakai Castle: Lithuania’s Iconic Medieval Fortress
Trakai and Trakai Castle hold significant value in Lithuanian history. Associated with the Grand Duke Gediminas, a medieval hero of Lithuania, Trakai gained prominence before the Grand Duchy of Lithuania unified with Poland, leading to the formation of the Poland-Lithuania Commonwealth. Beginning in the 1400s, the area around the castle became a focal point, although human habitation existed long before. The name “Trakai” translates to “glade,” reflecting the area’s lush landscape.