Banská Bystrica castle, preserved
Banská Bystrica « Banská Bystrica « Banská Bystrica region
(Zvolen
historic region)
Preserved castle from the 13th century consisting of several buildings located directly in the town. The Central Slovak Gallery and the Central Slovak Museum have exhibits here.
Description
The castle was a part of the former fortification of the city of Banská Bystrica. In the castle there is a church from the 13th century. The fortification was built in 1480-1510 and it was later rebuilt in a Baroque style. The Central Slovak Gallery and the Central Slovak Museum have exhibits here.
Location N48.737171,E19.146708
In the historical center of Banská Bystrica on the Š. Moyzes square. Elevation 362 m.
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Access
By train: From the station Banská Bystrica mesto via Národná street and the SNP square (800 m, 10 min)
Gallery
Ground plans (1)
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