Bojnice - information about the city
Bojnice ( Hungarian: Bajmóc, German: Weinitz ) is a small town in central Slovakia at the upper Nitra river, near the city of Prievidza. It has population of 4,983 (2005). Bojnice is best known for its tourist attractions: the oldest zoo in Slovakia, the most visited castle, and one of the oldest spa towns in Slovakia. The town is situated below the Bojnice Castle, which is built on travertine rock with a natural cave. The castle has appeared in many international films and a well-known international festival of spectres takes place there every year.
Bojnice - tourist attractions
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Bojnice Castle | Bojnice Castle (Slovak: Bojnický zámok) is a medieval castle in Bojnice, Slovakia. It is a Romantic castle with some original Gothic and Renaissance elements built in the 12th century. Bojnice Castle is one of the most visited castles in Slovakia, receiving hundreds of thousands of visitors every ye... |
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Relevant data
Geographical coordinates:
48.7833, 18.5833
Approximate population: 1,113
Approximate population: 1,113
The oldest constructions
- Bojnice Castle (? - ?, 1113)