Blh Castle, zrúcanina hradu na Slovensku
Blh Castle is a stone ruin perched on a hill overlooking the surrounding landscape in the District of Rimavská Sobota. The remains feature thick walls and towers with small windows designed for defense and control of the area.
Built during the medieval period to defend the region and control trade routes, the castle changed hands many times over the centuries. It was destroyed in the 17th century, leaving behind only the stone walls and towers visible today.
The site is known locally by its historical name, which connects visitors to the medieval past of the region. People from nearby villages visit to walk among the stones and feel the link between their present surroundings and centuries gone by.
The site is located near Rimavská Sobota and is easy to reach by car or on foot from nearby villages. Visitors should walk carefully, as the ground is uneven and stabilization work has been done on the ruins.
Local legends speak of a knight who once kept watch over the land, with stories of his deeds still told by villagers today. These tales add a human dimension to the ruins and connect the place to its distant past.
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