Sightseeing in Kosice - what to see. Complete travel guide

Travelers are sure to enjoy a walk through the historic center of Kosice, as there is a huge number of interesting attractions. At the heart of the historic region is the Executioner's …
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Tourists will find numerous sights in Kosice with various gothic buildings being the most famous ones. The center of the city features a large pedestrians-only walking zone, where you can see a monumental St. Elizabeth Cathedral. Its building lasted for two centuries, starting from 1378 and up to 1508. The complex of cathedrals also includes Urban Tower and St. Michael Tower. There is a passage to the city’s underground behind this church. In the Medieval there were located protective facilities.
Kosice is a humble industrial town that can’t boast an abundance of nightlife and trendy shops. However, this picturesque corner of Slovakia has its own charm. Fans of eco-tourism and …
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An important attraction of Košice is the Tower of King Sigismund - the northern tower of St. Elizabeth's Cathedral. Its height is 59 meters and to climb to the top of this tower, you must overcome a steep spiral staircase of 160 steps. At the top of the tower is an observation deck, from which a wonderful view of the city streets opens.

1. Vacationers should observe basic safety rules. It isn’t necessary to walk through the deserted areas of the town in the evening; in public places you need to keep personal …
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The building of the medieval prison Miklušova väznica, which was built in the 15th century, is also preserved in the city. Today it houses an interesting museum. In the prison, there are completely preserved old cells, a torture room, as well as an executioner's room where you can see his clothes and belongings. The executioner lived in the prison with his family.


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Survived castles around Kosice
♥ Castle 'Füzér Castle' , 24.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Šariš Castle' , 37.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Boldogkuváralja Castle' , 41.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Čičava Castle' , 42 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Spiš Castle' , 47.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Füzér Castle' , 24.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Šariš Castle' , 37.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Boldogkuváralja Castle' , 41.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Čičava Castle' , 42 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Spiš Castle' , 47.3 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Kosice
♥ World Heritage Site 'Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst' , 57.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Magurski Park Narodowy' , 90.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bükki' , 90.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Pieniński Park Narodowy' , 100.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Popradzki Park Krajobrazowy' , 104.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst' , 57.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Magurski Park Narodowy' , 90.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Bükki' , 90.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Pieniński Park Narodowy' , 100.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Landscape Park 'Popradzki Park Krajobrazowy' , 104.1 km from the center. On the map


Sightseeing in Slovakia: things to see


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