Lithuania
participants
To showcase Lithuanian history and culture.
Heyy!
You came on an exchange to experience a new culture? This is Your chance!
We would like to offer an unforgettable trip to Trakai - the old capital of Lithuania!
For those who don't know Trakai, is the old capital of Lithuania and the site of the only Eastern European castle built on an island . The old town is surrounded by a beautiful Galvė lake .
Have you ever heard of the Crimean Karaites? These Turkic people are one of the ethnic minorities who have lived in Lithuania for centuries. According to the legend, they were sent to Lithuania from Crimea, with the order of building a town – Trakai. This and another interesting fact You will hear during Island Castle museum visit , for more You'll see exhibitions of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, various archaeological findings and artifacts, as well as a collection of art.
During the trip You'll see not only impressive Island castle and its surroundings, You'll have time to visit Trakai Old Town and if You want get to know with traditional food called kibinai (lunch included)
During free time would like to do picnic (depends on weather), its optional, You can bring Your snacks. Rent a water bycecles or go for ship tour.
As maybe from hint You could understand the surprise that awaits You is trip too Alpaca Fram where You hear stories about these marvelous creators and even could pet them, go for a short walk or feed them (Alpacas are totally unharmful) .
Where and when ?
We will meet at Kaunas Kolegija at 9 AM on April 30th
Can't wait to see You!!