Technical monuments in Slovakia

Andrássy's gallery in Krásnohorské Podhradie was built in 1908-1909 by Dionýz Andrássy, the then owner of the Krásnohorský estate. At present, Andrássy's gallery provides space for seasonal exhibitions. Opening hours Andrássy Gallery is open during the main tourist season (June - August) Wednesday – Sunday 09:00 – 17:00 Entry prices 2023 Adults 2 € Students, seniors, Invalids, war veterans 1 €  Outside opening hours, entry is possible for pre-registered groups (6+ people). Reservation...

The Andrássy Palace in Košice is an elegant historic building from the late 19th century, combining elements of Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque. Originally serving as a representative residence of the prominent Andrássy family, it remains one of the architectural gems of the city center. Its rich decoration and noble atmosphere recall the golden age of Košice.

The historical exposition - the museum depository is located in the building of the former Mark's leather manufactory and presents the most beautiful and precious collection objects of the museum. In the form of presentation of collections, this exposition is unique in Slovakia by the fact that collections are divided according to material groups. Opening hours Open all year round on weekdays only Mo – Fri 9:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 17:00 Entry Aduts 3  € Students, retirees Invalids, war veterans 2 € Family...

The SENTINEL Adventure Center was created by the reconstruction of the Mining Museum in Rožňava in 2015-2017. Sentinel includes the following objects: Gemer Mining and Metallurgy Exposition, Steam Time at the Mining Museum, Mining Workplaces, Nature Exposition of the Slovak Karst and Adjacent Areas, and a courtyard where mining mechanisms and mobile mining railways are located. The modern and partly interactive Gemer Mining and Metallurgical Exhibition maps the history of Gemer mining and metallurgy from prehistoric times to the present. In the exposition Mining workplaces can be seen workings...

Mining Museum is located west of the town of Banská Štiavnica, about 1 km in the direction of Levice. It is situated in a picturesque valley below the former mining lake Klinger on the outskirts of the town. As the oldest and most comprehensive thematic exhibition of mining in Slovakia shows the development of ore mining in Central Europe from Middle Ages to the late 20th century. The most precious exhibit in underground exposure is Gápel on horse power (engine from the mine elevator), which is the only preserved machine of that type in Slovakia. With its significance, the Kachelman water-bar...

Belházy House – an elegant Renaissance-Baroque gem on the corner of Andrej Sládkovič Street. Originally built in 1616 by Sigmund Eggenstein and later rebuilt by Mayor Ján Belházy, the house fascinated with its oriel window, loggia, and Baroque arcade corridor attached to the original structure. In the 18th and 19th centuries, it served as the heart of mining education – housing the department of chemistry and physics of the Mining Academy, including laboratories that influenced methods of teaching chemistry at universities worldwide. Today, it ranks among the most beautiful and significant...

Located in the heart of the ancient Nitra Diocese, the Diocesan Museum is one of the oldest church museums in Slovakia, founded as early as 1883. It presents a rich collection of sacred art, historical liturgical objects, rare manuscripts, and documents connected to the history of Christianity in Slovakia. The unique exhibition showcases more than a thousand years of spiritual heritage of Nitra, highlighting its role as a center of Christian faith and education. A visit to the museum offers an extraordinary journey into the past, where history, art, and faith intertwine.

The House of Music of Mikuláš Schneider-Trnavský is a unique cultural venue that connects history with music. Visitors can explore the life and work of the famous Slovak composer and conductor, best known for his iconic song How Beautiful You Are. The permanent exhibition showcases his creations alongside displays dedicated to the art of music. The atmosphere is enriched by concerts, lectures, and cultural events, making the House of Music a lively meeting place for music lovers. Located in the historic center of Trnava, just a short walk from St. John the Baptist Cathedral, it is an ideal destination...

The Rodošto House is a unique historical monument in the center of Košice, commemorating the exile of the famous Transylvanian prince Francis II Rákóczi. The building is a faithful replica of his house in exile in the Turkish city of Tekirdağ (formerly Rodošto) and is part of the East Slovak Museum complex. Visitors can explore Rákóczi’s life and legacy, view period exhibitions, and gain a deeper understanding of the anti-Habsburg uprisings. It is a remarkable place connecting Slovak, Hungarian, and Turkish history and culture.

Erdödy Palace is a luxury building on Ventúrska Street 1 in Bratislava, which was built in the 18th century, at a time when several luxury palaces were built: Palffy, Grasalkovič, Mirbach and Esterházy Palace. Many world-famous artists and composers, such as Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Liszt, were frequent guests in these palaces ... The palace was built in 1770 by Count Juraj Erdödy de Monyökerek according to a project by Matej Walch. It was built on the site of three older houses. Originally it was a three-storey building, which was extended by two more floors in the first half of the 20th...

The Františkova huta (locally only Hámor) technical monument, the ruins of the ironworks (ironworks) factory from 1836. It is located in Orava, in the cadastral area of Nižná, approx. 2 km southeast of the village of Podbiel on the road II / 584 near the Studený stream. Towards Zuberec. The building is declared a national cultural monument. Originally a classicist factory building with triangular bays. Preserved classicist facade, district walls, smelter, inlet and outlet channel, hammer, nozzle chamber, pile of iron ore (behind the building). The building is owned by the municipality...

On the UNESCO-listed Town Square in Bardejov stands the remarkable Gantzaugh House. This Renaissance burgher’s house from the 16th century once belonged to the influential Gantzaugh family and is notable for its decorated façade, stone portals, and well-preserved architectural details. The house is a fine example of the wealth and craftsmanship that shaped the historic town center. A visit to Bardejov would not be complete without admiring this architectural gem, which recalls the glorious past of the free royal town.