The 49,485-square meter castle is Slovakia’s most popular castle ruin. It is now among the biggest castle complexes in Europe. The first incarnation, built in the 12th century, collapsed due to tectonic quakes. The structure we see today was constructed in the early 13th century specifically for anticipated Tatar incursions. From being a fortress, the castle was converted into a palatial home for Hungarian noble families in the last succeeding hundreds of years. In 1780, a massive fire destroyed much of the Spis Castle. Its remains are now a National Cultural Monument and a UNESCO World Heritage.
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