Introducing Spišské Podhradie
From far down the motorway you catch glimpses of eerie outlines and stony walls crowning a ridge. ‘Can it really be that big?’ you think. Once you’re upon it you realise how truly daunting the sight of Spiš castle must have been for ancient enemies. Sitting hilltop 200m above a broad valley floor the 4 hectare spread still inspires awe today – and it’s in ruins.
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In the 12th century a settlement, Spišské Podhradie, appeared below the neighbouring castle. It developed into an artisans’ town in the 13th century when, to the west, Spišská Kapitula developed. The village itself isn’t the attraction, it’s the Unesco-listed castle that’s one of Slovakia’s true wonders.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: Bratislava Bus Station to Train Station
by tully22 05 June 2011
Wildroo, Re: *Train picture:* Ah, thank you! Now it makes sense! *Roznov:* I would not be there F,S, or Sunday, and not in high seas…
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Re: Bratislava Bus Station to Train Station
by WildRoo 04 June 2011
Hi Tully 22, There's no youth hostel in Roznov, it's still somewhat off the main backpacker circuit. It's popular with Czech, Polish…
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Re: Bratislava Bus Station to Train Station
by tully22 04 June 2011
Wildroo, Great, I was wondering about that train through Studenka. I might try to get that one. And I had rather the same thought about…
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