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Spis Castle Spišské Podhradie

Spis Castle

Spišské Podhradie (area: Levoca Mountains, region: Spis)

Massive ruins of Spis Castle are lying on the travertine hill of 634 metres above Spis settlement around the castle. The ruins are the largest in Slovakia as well as in Central Europe. Although the first historical notes about the castle come back to the year 1120, archaeological evidence proves a settlement on the castle hill already in the 4th century BC. It was a district centre castle in the 12th century. In the first half of the 13th century there were protective stone forts around the castle acropolis. The fortification saved the castle against Tartars attacks in 1241. In that time Romanesque...

Dreveník – Travertine Hill near Spiš Castle Spišské Podhradie

Dreveník – Travertine Hill near Spiš Castle

Spišské Podhradie (area: Levoca Mountains, region: Spis)

Dreveník is the largest travertine hill in Slovakia, located close to Spiš Castle. This natural monument is famous for its unique geological formations as well as its rare flora and fauna. Limestone structures created impressive cliffs, caves, and rock walls, making the area popular for hiking and climbing. Besides its natural beauty, Dreveník also has historical significance – traces of prehistoric settlement and valuable archaeological finds have been discovered here. From its plateau, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Spiš Castle and the surrounding hills.

ML LUCKY RANCH Hodkovce Spišské Podhradie

ML LUCKY RANCH Hodkovce

Spišské Podhradie (area: Levoca Mountains, region: Spis)

Sivá Brada (Mineral spring) Spišské Podhradie

Sivá Brada (Mineral spring)

Spišské Podhradie (area: Levoca Mountains, region: Spis)

Sivá Brada is a travertine mound located near the town of Spišské Podhradie to the west. At its top, a mineral spring springs, creating a small lake with a diameter of 3 m, in the middle of which a continuously bubbling mineral water springs. Other mineral springs spring up in the area. Small cascades are formed from the draining water and thus troughs of small streams are created here. The travertine mound has been growing for about 10,000 years with such slow mineral deposition. In 1675, a baroque chapel of St. was built on top. Cross. Travertine kick Sivá Brada is located next to the road...