Pukanec

Pukanec can be proud on its history of prosperity. In the 11th century the city belonged to the society od central Slovakia mining towns. Since the city is located near Štiavnické vrchy hills, there were deposits of silver discovered here. The city later - at 19 century transformed into the village, which was a consequence of the decline of mining activities. From the Turkish era fortifications preserved, but also a Gothic church with a rich interior.