Trakai is a historic town in Lithuania, located approximately 28 kilometers west of Vilnius. The town is known for its picturesque Trakai Island Castle, a 14th-century fortress situated on an island in Lake Galvė. Trakai has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. The town has a rich history dating back to the 13th century and was once the capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Trakai is home to a diverse population and is known for its cultural heritage, including its traditional wooden architecture and its many historical monuments.
Geographic Data for Trakai, , Lithuania
| Latitude | 54° 38.000' |
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| Longitude | 24° 56.000' |
| Timezone | Europe/Vilnius |