Sightseeing in Miskolc - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The first inhabitants in the area of modern Miskolc appeared yet during the Palaeolithic period. Archaeological excavations in the region proved this. They settled in Szeleta Cave, giving the name to such term as the Szeleta Culture. During the Roman Empire period, Celtic tribes settled in the region. When the Roman reign ended, Avarian, Slavic, and Hungarian people migrated to this region. In 1364, the status of Miskolc was raised. The settlement became a town by the order of King Louis I. This is the time when the first fortress – Diosgyor – was built in Miskolc.
Perhaps, Diosgyor Fortress is the first attraction that tourists visit in Miskolc. The fortress was originally built in the 13th century. However, it was in ruins after the devastating attacks of the Ottomans and Austrians and was restored only in the 50s of the 20th century. Thanks to the thorough restoration, the fortress returned its original, pre-war look. Today, tourists can visit this wonderful stronghold and feel the atmosphere of the past. The fortress houses the exhibition of an interesting museum with several thematic halls.
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Would you like to visit an authentic Hungarian shrine? In Miskolc, tourists can visit the Calvinist Church built in the 13th century. This is a well-known protestant religious building. The shrine was reconstructed and rebuilt a number of times over the centuries. After them, the church became bigger and changed its look. Nowadays, the Calvinist Church is a beautiful example of the Gothic style with such prominent features as the triple nave and unique inner décor. Why is this shrine so special? Despite its centuries-long history, the church is still wooden and has a large pipe organ.
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Do you enjoy visiting theaters while on a holiday? In this case, here is an interesting fact for you – Miskolc has always been a “theatre region”. This city is home to a big State Theater opened in 1856. Nowadays, the theater building is one of the main attractions of Miskolc. Its stages regularly host different interesting plays and performances. Visitors can see both classic plays and experimental theater here. If you happen to visit Miskolc in June, you can attend the opera festival.
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Survived castles around Miskolc
♥ Castle 'Castle of Eger' , 37 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Boldogkuváralja Castle' , 43 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sirok Castle' , 47 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kisnána Castle' , 54.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Krásna Hôrka Castle' , 63.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Eger' , 37 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Boldogkuváralja Castle' , 43 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sirok Castle' , 47 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kisnána Castle' , 54.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Krásna Hôrka Castle' , 63.1 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Miskolc
♥ National Park 'Bükki' , 18.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst' , 48.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Hortobágyi' , 68.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Tatrzański Park Narodowy' , 142.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Natural park 'Parcul Natural Cefa' , 149.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bükki' , 18.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst' , 48.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Hortobágyi' , 68.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Tatrzański Park Narodowy' , 142.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Natural park 'Parcul Natural Cefa' , 149.8 km from the center. On the map
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