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In the Middle Ages, Banská tiavnica was the main producer of silver and gold for the Kingdom of Hungary. In the 18th century, this was the largest mining center during the Habsburg dynasty. The establishment of the first educational institution in Europe dedicated to technology of the Forest and Mining Academy, founded in 1762, marked the town's importance as a hub for the driving industry. this empire.
Workers have risked their life exploiting precious metals in regional mines for centuries. Faced with the constant threat of flooding, collapse and fire, miners were superstitious and carefully followed strict rules like no whistling to protect themselves. However, on the ground, life is very convenient for those who make a lot of money from the mines and the workers' work. Evidence of this lifestyle can be seen in a collection of elegant castles and palaces that fill the town center.
Bartolomej Tunnel is part of the Banská Štiavnica Open Mining Museum exhibition, where you'll learn about the development of mining in Slovakia. - © Lubo Lužina
The historic architecture and engineering of Banská Štiavnica has been well preserved and the town is a lively cultural center with beautiful views of the surrounding Štiavnica mountain range. In the center of town, large buildings showing incredible wealth are pulled to the surface from mines across the region. Don't miss the chance to explore the remaining underground mining axes, where you'll wear helmets and lanterns into tunnels illuminated through various media tools and devices and feel life. of the workers. After visiting the mine, you will be ready to swim in a 'Tajch'. These artificial reservoirs were built to power mines and are now a popular recreational area for swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter.
The ingenuity of nature
Banská tiavnica owes its existence to nature. The town, located in central Slovakia, is located between a crater. Eruptions from ancient volcanoes spew out precious metals and minerals throughout the land. Humans have been collecting that valuable residue for thousands of years.
For centuries, starting in the Middle Ages, Štiavnica (Schemnitz in German, Selmecbánya in Hungary) is one of the richest cities in Europe. Both Vienna and Budapest are built on silver and gold mined here. The monarchy and its empire used wealth from ores to develop and expand their scope.
A detail of hammer and mattock mining hammers can be found on the forged entry gate into the Botanical Garden.
Once the third largest city of the Hungarian Empire, Banská tiavnica is a center for miners, metallurgists, alchemists, mineralogists, land surveyors, cartographers, technical designers and builders. Gunpowder has been used to blast rocks from mines for the first time here. This level of creative spirit and ingenuity has made this area a magnet for famous architects and artists. The result is a wide range of palaces, houses, statues and churches.
Today, the city center is still perfectly preserved from its appearance more than 250 years ago. And, since 1993, the area's historic town and technical monuments have been listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Once called the "Silver Town", Banská tiavnica still lives with history, architecture and heavenly forests for history lovers and adventurers who want to explore the origins of an entire region. .
Tourists are attracted to the historic town of Banská Štiavnica because they are mines. Dolná Ružová street is one of the most beautiful boulevards
Cultural paradise for visitors
The Celts, Slavs, Saxons, Turks, Poles, Hungarians, Slovaks and Czechs all left their traces here, and worked together in the ditches, heaps, and quarries of the mountainous areas. Over many generations, the surrounding settlements and the shepherd villages scattered around the majestic Sitno hill have become a harmonious unit. Visitors can feel this today.
German technical talent combined with the toughness of Hungary and the industriousness of the Slovaks to shape the town even in an era when cultures, religions and nobles clashed. But even these stressful moments provide lessons for today. The ancient castle breathes with the media atmosphere and the stern army. Knocking Tower is a cult building. The new castle is an icon and not to be missed. Other must-see attractions include: the beautiful nave of the Protestant Church; Kammerhof, the headquarters of Chamber Earls and the royal safe; fifteen Wäldburger houses on Holy Trinity Square; and Glanzenberg, a mining gallery for kings and princes.
Glanzenberg Genetics Adit is part of the exhibition of the Slovak Mining Museum n
Located right in the center of town and visited by various rulers. - © Lubo Lužina
When you're ready for refreshments and additions between activities, Banská Štiavnica has modern cafes, bars, shops, galleries and museums. Calvary, a complex of churches, chapels and nostalgic pensions in burgher houses. This is a perfect shop for travelers. The tajchs (water reservoirs) are great for swimming and relaxing on the hills and amidst beautiful forests. For those who want to combine education, architecture, flower gardens and a perfectly preserved historic town, go on a journey along the old world streets of "Silver Town" and settle down. Hear stories and glory whispered.
Počúvadlo Reservoir is one of the most famous pubs. It lies on the Sitno hill, the highest peak in the Štiavnica mountain range
How to get there
There are six roads leading to Banská Štiavnica. If you're coming by car, be prepared for steep pedestrians along the narrow roads. You will reach the area via the R1 motorway (20 km from the town) from Bratislava, connecting arnovica, Bzenica, Hliník nad Hronom and Hronská Breznica. From the south you will reach Banská Štiavnica by way of Batovce. A longer, but safer, road through Hontianske Nemce.
There are direct bus connections between Banská tiavnica and Bratislava, Zvolen, Žiar nad Hronom and Žarnovica. Štiavnica station is located on Križovatka road with stops for both connecting the city and the region.
The train connection between Banská tiavnica and Hronská Dúbrava is quite romantic. The slower diesel train, named tiavnická Anča, passes through beautiful landscapes and runs on the famous Youth Trail. The station is about 3 km from the town center.
By plane, the nearest airport: Sliač, 32 km; Budapest, 143 km; Bratislava, 173 km; and Vienna, 250 km.
When to visit
Banská tiavnica has a relatively mild climate, and has year-round activities. The best time to visit Banská Štiavnica is in the late summer, when the temperatures start to cool, the days are long and businesses open late. In the summer, you can swim in tajchs. In the winter, you can ski or cross-country ski on many km of the tracks are maintained. Walking is wonderful in every season.
For museums and galleries, the best time to visit is between May and August, when they are open almost every day.
Ways to visit
Wearing comfortable shoes and getting ready to walk, it's the fastest way to get around town through small trails. Taxi service is reliable, but the bus connection in town is very modest. For bicyclists and those on two wheels, there is an electric bicycle rental service.
Also wear appropriate clothing depending on the season and temperature. Visitors should believe in summer storms.
Free Wi-Fi is available on Holy Trinity Square (Námestie sv. Trojice). The staff of the Information Center speak Slovak, Czech, English, German, Hungarian, Russian and Polish.
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