Spiš Castle

This is a site with a wonderfully kept castle to one in ruins, although the remains of one of Europe's largest castles. Spiš Castle is located in eastern Slovakia. This damaged old fortress is nonetheless a striking sight, despite being a shell of its former glory.

In the Slovakian area of Spiš, the ruins can be located near the towns of Spiské Podhradie and ehra. The ruin was inscribed to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1993 due to its beauty and historical value.

The fort was built on a travertine hill in the beginning of the 12th century and was formerly a national cultural monument as well as a significant political, economic, and cultural center of the Hungarian Empire's territory. Visitors can enjoy a spectacular view of the countryside from the castle, which is positioned atop a travertine hill.

Following being largely devastated by fire in 1780, rendering it unusable, the castle saw restoration attempts after WWII, as well as an increase in the number of archeological parties unearthing remains from the castle's heyday. There are various rebuilt halls and chambers to explore at the palace.

Location: Žehra, Slovakia