Nitra, cultural and social facilities

The Bishop’s Palace, a dominant landmark of Nitra’s Upper Town, is the historic residence of the bishops of Nitra, with origins dating back to the Middle Ages. Its current Baroque-Classical appearance was shaped during renovations in the 18th and 19th centuries. Located right next to St. Emmeram’s Cathedral, the palace forms an impressive complex within the Nitra Castle area. It still serves as the residence of the bishop of Nitra and ranks among the city’s most important religious and cultural monuments.

Andrej Bagar Theatre in Nitra has been operating since 1949; it is named since 1979 according to Andrej Bagar. Since 1992 it plays in one of the largest and most modern theatre buildings in Slovakia. The first Nitra's theatre was built in 1883 with a capacity of 360 seats. The building stood on the area of the current theatre of it served to the public until its destruction by air bomb in World War II. For theatrical purposes adapted area served since December 1949 - a full 43 years. At present, Old Theatre acts in this building acts. In 1979, the Nitra Regional Theatre was named after Andrej...