Trenčín, Slovakia
Trenčín is a city in northwestern Slovakia, near the border with the Czech Republic. It covers 82 sq km (32 sq mi) and has a population of 56,000 people (2011 estimate). It is the 9th most populous municipality in the country and the administrative seat of the Trenčín Region.
Guide to Trenčín Hotels
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 Trenčín, Slovakia Author: MarkBA (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported)
More on Trenčín
Trenčín straddles the Vah River. It has a well-preserved historic center. Overlooking the old town is Trenčín Castle, which stands on a rocky mount. The city has a history going back to the Roman era. The city itself developed around the castle, which is believed to have been established during the Great Moravian era, some time in the 9th century.
Trenčín was able to withstand Mongol invasion in 1241, largely due to its stone castle. The castle became a pawn under various rulers, as it was given or taken away by the ruler based on allegiance of the local noblemen.
 Trenčín Castle with the town and churches below Author: helix84 (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported)
Visiting Trenčín
You can take a bus or a train from Bratislava to reach Trenčín. The train is a better option. It takes about an hour and 40 minutes compared to a bus trip, which takes about two hours.
Places of Interest in Trenčín
- Piarist Church
17th century church building in the center of the main square of Trenčín.
- Trenčín Castle
The huge Gothic castle dating back to the 11th century, around which the town developed. Adjoining it are other palaces, also in the Gothic style.
- Trenčín Museum
Museum housed in the palaces adjoining Trenčín Castle giving a glimpse of the interior of 11th century houses.
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