ľudový dom Vernacular house
In the village of Staré Hory in Banská Bystrica region there is a folk house, which is classified as a national cultural monument. This object comes from the second half of the 19th century and its architectural character corresponds to folk architecture.
The monument area is in the register of the Slovak Monument Office under number ÚZPF 321-1493. The area consists of one object, which is the folk house with the number 1493/1.
The building is characterized by log and brick construction. According to verified data the building was built in 1860.
The monument is located at No. 154 in the village of Staré Hory. It is protected as a national cultural monument.
The house is located in the village of Staré Hory and presents material evidence of folk construction from 1860. Meet the historical surroundings of this site. The folk house in the village Staré Hory offers a view of the architecture of the mid 19th century.
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Historical Milestones
- The complex registers the Monument Office of the Slovak Republic under number ÚZPF 1493 and consists of 1 object: 1493/1 - Folk House (rubový, brick construction, folk construction, 1860)
Guide
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Good day! You are standing in front of a folk house in the Old Mountains, in the Banská Bystrica region. You have a historical object in front of you with an escape atmosphere.
Folk House has its architecture, which is easy to recognise - note specific details such as small windows and built wood.
The house was an important place in the past and still is today. Its atmosphere differs from the environment.
I invite you to come closer and think about what you saw. Thank you for stopping by with us in front of this historical monument.
Tips for visitors
Folk House Monuments
The best time to visit are spring and autumn months, when nature in the vicinity of the Old Mountains stands out most. For the tour we recommend taking shoes suitable for the field and bottle with drinking water.
For the best photos use the morning or afternoon sun that best highlights the texture of traditional wood. For families with children, visit is a great opportunity to get to know the traditional way of life; we recommend involving children in the search for interesting objects in the interior.
Frequently asked questions
Can the monument be visited?
This is a residential or farm building, not a museum with opening hours. Please view it from public space and respect the owners' privacy. We have no information about access to the interior.
Where is the monument?
Location: č. 154, Staré Hory, Banskobystrický kraj. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
Why is the monument protected?
It is listed in the Central List of the Monuments Fund of the Slovak Republic as a national cultural monument (ÚZPF no. 321-1493).
For children
The folk house in the Old Mountains has a rich history. Built almost 166 years ago, there was a house for people who did iron mining. This country was rich in ore, and people enjoyed it.
Who lived here? Maybe there were people trying to get life. Man is human and has always been interesting. Who knows what was going on here? Maybe there were some secrets...
The folk house is still exposed! You can imagine how people lived here, and you can also see how people lived there. You can approach the walls, look around and feel like it.
Come and explore!
Thematic route
Route: Old Mountains - folk house and surroundings
1. Folk House - the main clay routes, culturally and histórically important object, which represents the tradition and culture of the village of Staré Hory. 2. Church of St. Nicholas - Baroque church from the 18th century, where various events take place and where artworks can be found. 3. Castle - ruins of old castle, the seat of noble genders.
The route is smooth and easy, suitable for all types of visitors. The total length of the route is about 2 km.
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Seasonal recommendations
Pamantine: folk house, Old Mountains, Banská Bystrica region Status:
Jaro
In spring, the folk house is full of life. The woods are green, the flowers bloom and the air is full of scent. Best to visit the monument from 10.00 to 16.00 hours.
Leto
In summer, the folk house is full of energy and life. The forests are full of flowers, the air is warm. Best to visit the monument from 9.00 to 17.00 hours.
Podzim
In the winter period, the folk house is in addition to beautiful lighting and full of atmosphere. The forests are full of yellow and red, the air is cold. Best to visit the monument from 10.00 to 15.00 hours.
Winter
In winter, besides beautiful lighting, the folk house is full of atmosphere. The forests are in full snow cover, the air is cold. Best to visit the monument from 10.00 to 14.00 hours.
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