Bzovík Monastery, Fortified monastery near Krupina, Slovakia
The complex includes four corner bastions, high defensive walls, and a moat encircling the former religious structure built in Romanesque architecture.
Founded before 1135 by Lampert from Hunt-Poznanyi family, the monastery was transformed into a fortress in 1530 to defend against Turkish invasions.
The structure reflects architectural changes from Romanesque through Gothic to Renaissance styles, with elements from each period visible in remaining sections.
Located in Bzovík village, the ruins are accessible through a dirt road and remain open for visitors throughout the year without admission fees.
The original sacristy from the Romanesque period remains intact, preserving architectural details from the twelfth-century construction within the fortress walls.
Location: Bzovík
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Website: https://hrady-zamky.sk/bzovik
GPS coordinates: 48.31533,19.08982
Latest update: March 15, 2025 12:42
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