Shimontorny Castle

Szimontornia Castle was built at the beginning of the 13th century by the Hungarian King Bela IV at the request of his son Ferenc I, who is also the creator of the unique architectural style of the Hungarian Renaissance. Between 1301 and 1320, the castle was the residence of the kings of Hungary, and then of the Hungarian emperors. Here, surrounded by her many children, lived Queen Maria, the daughter of the Hungarian king Ladislas. Under B. IV, the castle began to decline, as with the change of owners, architectural styles also changed. After the coming to power of Ferenc II Rakoczi, the owner of the castle, Šimontorně was reconstructed, making it a royal palace.

To get to the castle, take bus number 30 or buses number 20 and 21, and then by train from the C2 line to the station Szepszentmihaly. Ticket price is 6 forints.