New Castle — Attraction in Banská Štiavnica

One of many attractions in Banská Štiavnica. Na Castle was built as defensive and observatory tower during the way with Turkish soldiers during medieval time. That's also the topic for expositions inside the Castle. There are many weapons, pictures and maps explaining this difficult time of the history of this region. There are also wonderful vie from the top. I recommend coming after dark in winter time to see Calvary lit with lights. There is steep path leading towards Castle made of uneven stone which is not good for stroller. There are many stairs inside the Castle which makes it complicated for little children and elderly people. Even though there are many things to see and read about, I don't think you need to reserve more than 45 minutes for your visit. There are no guided tours there, you will be able to ask for paper guide in multiple...

Actually a bastion, Banská Štiavnica's ladmark from the time of the Ottoman Empire invasions on Kingdom of Hungary. If you're foreigner, it's not worth to go inside that much - it's 70's reconstruction with four levels of really decayed, old exhibition display about the 16th and 17th century invasions to this area. Almost nothing in English but even Slovak kids would die from boredom. With fresh, new, interactive exposition this could be a great museum. On the other side, it's just 2 euros. How it is now, it's "just" a landmark with great history and views on...

The castle is dedicated to exhibitions of anti-Turkish fights and there are awesome views to Banska Stiavnica city and hills around. It's pity, that it is stopped in 20 years ago (except paying in Eur) - you will obtain guide of 4 papers covered by plastic with text - no speech recorded, no headphones with multiple languages, no card payment. And finally - of course and typically slovak - extra payment for parking under the hill. But the staff was nice and friendly and the exhibition very...