Prešov, Administrative center in Eastern Slovakia
The city spreads across 70 square kilometers with a central street that expands into a spindle-shaped square containing numerous Gothic and Baroque buildings.
German settlers established the foundations of the medieval town in 1247, transforming agricultural settlements into a prosperous trading center in northeastern Slovakia.
The Jonáš Záborský Theatre presents theatrical performances and concerts while maintaining traditions of Slovak, Polish, Ukrainian, and Rusyn communities.
The municipal transport system operates trolleybuses and regular buses, connecting all districts with the historical center at an elevation of 255 meters.
The Salt mines of Solivar, established in 1572, feature preserved technical structures for salt extraction and processing methods from medieval times.
Location: Prešov District
Inception: 1247
Elevation above the sea: 255 m
Shares border with: Veľký Šariš, Malý Šariš, Ľubotice, Vyšná Šebastová
Email: primator.radnica@presov.sk
Website: https://presov.sk
GPS coordinates: 49.00001,21.23921
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:52
Gas explosion in Mukačevo Street in Prešov
1.4 km
Saint Nicholas Concathedral
219 m
Calvary Complex in Prešov
1.6 km
Lutheran College of Prešov
108 m
Ice Arena
1.5 km
Monument in Furča
4.8 km
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
700 m
Greek Catholic Archeparchy of Prešov
711 m
Church of Christ the King (Prešov)
2.5 km
Cathedral of St Alexander Nevsky, Prešov
1.2 km
Alexander Duchnovič Theatre
264 m
Evangelical Temple of the Holy Trinity in Prešov
182 m
Krajské Múzeum v Prešove
229 m
Orthodox Synagogue
107 m
Marian statue
68 m
Kumst
90 m
Holy Cross Church
1.7 km
Čertov kameň
5.8 km
Statues of St. Rochus
544 m
Knižnica P. O. Hviezdoslava v Prešove
173 m
Neological synagogue (Prešov)
293 m
Klaus-synagóga sefardská (Prešov)
125 m
Združenie rozvoja cestovného ruchu Čierna hora
7.9 km
Defunct church with grounds, adjacent cemetery
3.8 km
Prešov mesto railway station
743 m
Františkánsky kláštor, kostol
544 m
Pomník padlým v I. +II. sv. v.
5.5 km
Church of the Holy Trinity
3.2 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes