Editor's Choice: Historic & Cultural Gems
Prešov’s historical core and surroundings feature significant landmarks ranging from the 14th-century Gothic Saint Nicholas Concathedral to the expansive Calvary sacral complex. The region’s defensive history is preserved in the ruins of Kapušiansky Castle and Zbojnícky Castle, which formerly protected local salt mines. Cultural highlights include the Šariš Gallery’s collection of over 4,700 artworks and the Rákoczi Palace, home to the Regional Museum. Additionally, the Slovak Opal Mines represent a unique mining heritage active since the 15th century, now offering specialized underground experiences.
A Saint Nicholas Concathedral
Saint Nicholas Concathedral was built in the 14th century and despite the fire that struck in the 18th century, a vast part of the original…
B The Calvary
The Calvary is a complex of sacral building which in the past was considered the second most beautiful place in Hungary right after The…
C Kapušiansky Castle
Kapušiansky Castle once belonged to a noble family which built it around the 15th century.
D Zbojnícky Castle
Zbojnícky Castle's ruins were once a castle that guarded the region's salt mines.
E Šariš Gallery in Prešov
Šariš Gallery in Prešov is in function since 1956 and over time collected more than 4700 works of art.
F Slovak Opal Mines
Slovak Opal Mines are first mentioned in the 15th century and their greatest fame came in the second half of the 19th century when ran by a…
G Regional Musem of Prešov (Rákoczi's Palace)
The Rákoczi Palace once belonged to a wealthy family after which it's named.
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