Trenčín

Trenčín is an administrative center of Trenčín region and one of the most important towns in Slovakia. Historically, Trenčín is best known for its castle, which rises above the city. The castle was in 13th centrury  residence of famous ruler – Matúš Čák of Trenčín, who ruled from that place a large part of the territory of today's Slovakia. Later many owners changed  here. In 1790 the castle burnt down and began to deteriorate. Later reconstruction helpet to build up its present form, which shows the castle in almost original condition. Castle attracts by Matúšs tower, which is the oldest and highest part of the castle. From the perspective of the history of Slovakia, there is very important inscription written on the castle rock, which was left here in the times when the Roman legions spread their territory. The inscription testifies to the crossing of the Danube by the legions and the victory of Marcus Aurelius in 179 over Quads in Laugaricium. Below the castle is located the historical center of Trenčín with other monuments belonging to the Trenčín Museum.