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Trakai Wooden Sculpture Park
Best time to visit
Spring and summer afternoons, when sunlight filters through the leaves and creates magical shadows on the sculptures.
Budget tips
Entry is usually free, as it is an open-air space. Combine your visit with a stroll around Trakai Castle for a full day out at no extra cost.
Recommended for
Art lovers, Families with children, Photographers, Nature lovers
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Quick facts: Over 60 wooden sculptures adorn this park, each one hand-carved by artists from around the world. The park was born out of an international woodcarving symposium that takes place every year, leaving behind new works of art.
Highlights: Imagine giant fairy-tale figures, mythical creatures, and abstract compositions emerging from among the trees, with the smell of freshly cut wood still lingering in the air. Each sculpture tells a story, ranging from Lithuanian mythology to contemporary social messages.
Insider tips
- Visit early in the morning to enjoy the sculptures without the crowds and with better light for photos.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the paths are dirt and may get muddy after rain.
- Look for the artist's signature on each sculpture; it is hidden in a different spot on each piece.
- Bring a notebook with you; many visitors write poems or reflect, inspired by the sculptures.
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