Diósgyőr Castle
This castle played host to the largest great hall found in medieval Central Europe.

📜 Medieval castle in Miskolc, Hungary.
🔍 Features the largest great hall in medieval Central Europe.
🏰 Originally built in the 12th century, destroyed by Mongols, and rebuilt in Gothic style.
✨ Restored in 2014, with rooms furnished in Mediaeval-style.

Why Go

👑 Discover the former residence of Hungarian queens.
⚔️ Attend various jousting tournaments and sporting events.
🎭 Explore large waxworks exhibitions depicting medieval life.
🌳 Located near the Bükk forest, now a national park.

Why Avoid

🏙️ Surrounded by modern concrete buildings, not a historical town.
💤 May offer a quieter experience with fewer tourists.

Tips

📸 Visit the north-western tower for panoramic views of Diósgyőr.
🪙 Make commemorative coins at the ground floor mint.
🎶 Attend the Kaláka Folk Festival held annually in July.

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