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Eger Castle - The Eger Castle is a medieval fortress in Eger, Hungary. Historically, it is known for repelling the Turkish attack in 1552 during the Siege of Eger.
During the Mongol invasion in 1241 the bishop of Eger moved to a rocky hill in the city of Eger. On the hill a new castle was built and it developed rapidly. In 1552 an Ottoman army of 35,000-40,000 soldiers attacked the castle which had 2,100-2,300 defenders. The siege failed as the Turks suffered heavy casualties. A total of 1,700 of the defenders survived. After that Turks besieged the castle again in 1596, resulting in a Turkish victory. In 1701 the Austrians exploded half of the castle.
- Private transportation
- Expert private tour guiding
- Complimentary bottled water
- Included entrance fee to Eger Castle
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes covered
- Dining
- Wine tasting
- Entrance fees to sites other than the entrance fee to the castle
Eger, a breathtaking baroque town situated in the northern region of Hungary, is distinguished for its castle, thermal spas, historical architectures (inclusive of the northernmost Ottoman minaret), and delectable red wines. The tour encompasses an enjoyable stroll in the central city, including a visit to Hungary’s second-largest cathedral. The city is home to 17 churches, mainly baroque or in Zopf style.
The Eger Castle holds repute for its victorious defense during the Ottoman invasion in 1552. Today, it stands as a conserved ancient monument. The city boasts many Turkish era attractions such as the Ottoman minaret and the Ottoman Bath.
The city and its surrounding region are also renowned for their wine production. ‘The Valley of the Beautiful Woman’, a segment of Eger, houses numerous wine storages, several of which welcome tourists with their home-produced wines.
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