Zvolen Castle, Gothic and Renaissance palace in Zvolen, Slovakia
Zvolen Castle is a Gothic and Renaissance building set on a hill near the center of town. It has four wings arranged around a central courtyard, each topped with gable roofs that frame the interior space.
King Louis I of Hungary had this castle built between 1370 and 1382 as a royal residence and administrative seat. It replaced an older manor that had previously occupied the hilltop location.
The National Gallery uses the rooms to display paintings from across Europe, creating a dialogue between the building's architecture and the art shown within. Walking through the halls, you sense how the space has transformed into a living gallery where artworks speak to one another.
The castle is open several days each week for visitors who want to explore the exhibitions inside. Entry fees are affordable, and discounts are available for groups and certain types of visitors.
The Royal Hall features a coffered ceiling decorated with 78 portrait paintings of Roman and German emperors. This gallery of rulers from different eras creates a singular historical presence in the room.
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