Bojnice Castle (Castle of Spirits)

Bojnice Castle, also known as the Castle of Spirits, is one of the most popular and well-known castles in Bojnice, a medieval town 167 kilometers northeast of Bratislava.

The façade of this high-spired, mesmerizing castle is absolutely stunning, and the interior is equally so. The castle has well-maintained chambers that can be toured, as well as amazing exhibits with swords, armor, halberds, and maces, among other medieval weapons. The large pottery collection and stunning hand-painted Turkish tiles are also highlights.

Within the castle's château is a great museum of art and local history. Authentic furniture, countless relics, and artworks, such as the late Gothic collection Bojnice Altar from the 14th century, and many more buried mysteries, are shown in this exhibition.

A tour of the castle includes a visit to the 26-meter-deep stalactite cave beneath the castle that is connected to the castle wall. The castle park, which is home to the Bojnice Zoo, Slovakia's oldest zoo, is another feature of this fairy-tale castle. The castle park also connects to a forest park in the nearby Stráov Mountains, ideal for hikers.

Location: Bojnice, Slovakia