Wooden Temples

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The Prešov region boasts a remarkable collection of over 30 wooden temples, distinguished by the absence of any metal nails in their construction. Four of them are listed in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.

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This extraordinary museum offers an immersive journey into the life, personal artifacts, and an extensive showcase of Andy Warhol's artworks, predominantly in the form of serigraphs, covering all his artistic phases.

In the footsteps of World Wars

The Military Museum in Svidník is dedicated to both world wars and the indelible scars for the region. Death Valley in the Svidnik district, where a stretch of road leading to the Lookout Tower, complete with an observatory, is flanked by tanks, heavy weaponry, and forest bunkers.

Region of Castles

Exploring the Prešov region, you'll stumble upon 2 grand castles and a striking 14 castle ruins. Ľubovň Castle houses replicas of the Polish crown jewels once concealed within its walls. Visit the extraordinary cluster of castle ruins in the vicinity of Prešov.

Solivar Museum

A unique complex of technical facilities for extracting salt from the 17th century. Complement your visit to the esteemed national heritage site Solivar by immersing yourself in the historical and cultural wonders of Prešov.

Slovak Opal Mines

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Wooden Temples

Bardejov

Adorned with charming houses, the grand Minor Basilica of St. Egidius, the Jewish suburbium and the encircling city walls complete with bastions shape one of Slovakia's most captivating towns. Bardejov Spa was also a favored destination of Empress Sissi.