Mukachevo Palanok Castle: a mighty giant of Transcarpathia
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Western Ukraine is famous for its fortifications. Dozens of castles, both working and ruined, attract tourists from all over the world. Interesting architecture, spooky legends, and historical secrets are all about them. The most famous in Zakarpattia is Mukachevo Castle, also known as Palanok Castle. Find out about its history, interesting places, legends and secrets in the material by Visit Ukraine
The history of Mukachevo Castle - through the echoes of centuries
What secrets does Mukachevo Castle hide?
1. It is located on an inactive volcano.
2. It has secret passages under the walls and towers, which served as a shelter for local residents during the attacks of foreign troops.
3. It is divided into three levels: Upper, Middle and Lower castles.
4. It commemorates the ruler of Transylvania, Ilona Zrinyi, who led the city's defensive garrison for 2.5 years (it was the longest siege in the city's history).
5. It has an 85 m deep well that can supply the palace with water during a siege.
6. The name of the castle comes from the Italian ‘palanca’ - a palisade, so experts believe that the fortress was built in the times of Kyivan Rus.
7. Among the passages of the castle was the so-called ‘corridor of death’: when enemy troops entered it, the corridor was closed on both sides by iron gates, and boiling water and tar began to pour from above.
What does Mukachevo Castle look like now?
What catering facilities does Mukachevo Castle offer to tourists?
Upon arrival at the castle, you can visit the following establishments:
- Family cafe and bakery;
How to get to Mukachevo Castle?
From Uzhhorod:
- by train (the cost varies from 28 to 250 UAH);
- by bus (the cost varies from 280 to 390 UAH, the bus runs every 15-20 minutes);
- with a travelling companion, using carpooling services (about 110 UAH);
- by taxi (the cost varies from 280 to 350 UAH);
From Kyiv:
There are currently 8 trains between Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi and Mukacheve stations.
The earliest train No. 749O departs at 11:20 am, and the latest - No. 045D - at 22:02 pm.
From Lviv:
Find more tours of Transcarpathian castles with Visit Ukraine here.
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