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Wooden Cross in Detva
The wooden cross in Detva is a national cultural monument located in Banská Bystrica region. According to the Register of the Monument Office of the Slovak Republic has the number of the ÚZPF 324-1830 and it consists of 1 object.
The area of the wooden cross consists of only one object - a wooden cross, which was built in 1953. The cross is made of wood and is the work of folk work.
The wooden cross has a simple disposition and is built on one floor. Its floor plan is flat and is made of wood.
The wooden cross is located in the village Detva, in the Banská Bystrica region. It is protected by a national cultural monument and its current state is good. It is used as a tourist attraction.
The wooden cross is interesting for its unique architecture and history. It is located near the center of Detva and is easily accessible. Go back to Detva and see this beautiful wooden cross.
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Say hello! You have a wooden cross, protected by a national cultural monument. Wooden structures attract closer browsing.
The wooden cross has a rich history, which is unknown. Evidence of its origin and history is more hidden than visible.
The architecture of this wooden cross is remarkable. Note the wooden structure, which is the result of the skillful hands of the woodpecker. Wooden details and ornaments decorate the cross.
The wooden cross has long been protected and worshiped by the inhabitants of Detva. His history remains hidden from our eyes.
Discover the secrets of this wooden cross and its history.
Tips for visitors
Best visit time: All times of the year are suitable for visiting, but it is best between April and October when the weather is warmest and driest.
What to take with you: When visiting, do not forget the camera, which allows you to capture beautiful views of the surroundings.
Photography: The best places to photograph are right next to the monument and around.
What to visit nearby: In the vicinity of the monument there are many other valuable monuments and objects that are suitable for visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit the monument?
This is an object in the public space, which you can usually look outside without an entrance. Whether this particular object is freely accessible, we have not verified.
Where is the monument located?
Location: Detva, Banskobystrický region. The exact location shows the map on this page.
Why is the monument protected?
It is registered in the Central List of Monument Fund of the Slovak Republic as a national cultural monument (ÚZPF number 324-1830).
For children
In 1953 a wooden cross was built in the village Detva in Banská Bystrica region. She's 18 meters tall.
In the past, Detva was the site of extraction of jelly ore. The people of Detva and the surrounding villages also mined ore and exploited various businesses. The mines were very hard work.
The wooden cross was built without a single pinched look. Someone who was involved in the construction doesn't know.
The wooden cross stands in the center of the village and is beautifully illuminated. Getting to him is easy.
Thematic route
Detvian cruise route
1. The wooden cross in Detva is a remarkable wooden cross, which stands on a hill in the center of Detva village. The cross is made of wood and has a high, steep structure that strengthens it in place.
2. Detvian castle was built in the 13th century. The castle was an important center of political and cultural life in the region and was also a center of metal and wood production. The castle was damaged during military conflicts and today it is in desolate state.
3. The Detvian cave was discovered in the 19th century. The cave is an important geological and paleontological site, where fossils of many growing species were found in time. The cave was also used as a refuge in times of military conflict.
4. The Detvian belfry was built in the 19th century. The bell tower was used as a bell tower for the Detvian municipality and was also an important point of the orientation system in the region.
Seasonal recommendations
Monument: wooden cross Detva, Banská Bystrica Region
Jaro: In spring the wooden cross is surrounded by flowering trees and flowers. It is best to visit the monument after the day, when there are no large crowds of visitors, and to dress up with warm clothes because it can be cold.
Summer: In summer, the wooden cross is surrounded by green wood and flowering plants. It is best to visit the memorial in the morning when there are no large crowds of visitors, and surround yourself with warm clothes and suitable footwear for trails.
Autumn: In autumn the wooden cross is surrounded by green wood and yellow leaves. It is best to visit the monument in the seal from sunny days, when there are no large crowds of visitors, and surround yourself with warm clothes and suitable shoes for trails.
Winter: In winter the wooden cross is surrounded by snow piles. It is best to visit the monument in the seals from the winter days when there are no large crowds of visitors, and to circumcise yourself with warm clothes and suitable footwear for trails.
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