Kaštel v Ivance pri Dunaji, Manor house in Senec District, Slovakia
Kaštel v Ivance pri Dunaji is a two-story manor house displaying Romanesque and Gothic architectural features such as arcades, balconies, decorated windows, and intricate tracery on its exterior walls. The building combines several distinctive design elements from different historical periods.
The Grassalkovich family built this Rococo-style manor during the third quarter of the 18th century and retained ownership until 1841. Following a fire in 1856, a distinctive polygonal tower with Art Nouveau features was added to serve as a water reservoir.
The manor holds the memory of a clandestine visit by Slovak national leader Ľudovít Štúr in 1853, when a Serbian prince was staying there under official surveillance. This episode connects the place to pivotal moments in the Slovak national movement of that era.
The property is currently managed by the Society of Jesus and serves as a venue for various social gatherings and celebrations. The estate underwent significant restoration after 1989 and is accessible to visitors in specific contexts.
A distinctive polygonal tower with Art Nouveau design was added after a fire in 1856, originally functioning as a water reservoir. This architectural addition remains one of the most notable features of the property and reflects its diverse construction history.
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