nájomný dom Apartment house
This apartment house, located in the village Kežmarok in Prešov region, is a recognised national cultural monument of Slovakia. According to data from the Central Record of Memorials and Color Characters (ÚZPF), this object is registered under the number 413-2645. The house was built in the first half of the 20th century and its architectural style is classified as eclectic, characteristic of a combination of different stylish elements.
The area of the monument consists of individual objects, which include residential houses. According to the official annotation of the Memorial Office of the Slovak Republic (PUSR), the complex is registered under the number of the ÚZPF 2645 and consists of one building: house flat, which is located on the corner. This eclectic house was built after 1930.
Details of the building characteristics of this house are limited in the available data because they do not contain information about the available, floor plan or used material.
The house is located at the Main Square 102/35 in Kežmarok. This object is protected as a national cultural monument, but specific information on the date of the conservation declaration, the existence of a conservation belt or protection zone is not provided. The current state and use of this house was also not included in the available data.
This apartment building is a unique part of the city architecture of Kežmarok. Its location on the Main Square makes it accessible and interesting to anyone who wants to learn more about the city and its history. Kežmarok is known for its historical monuments and this building can be considered an important part of this heritage. Visitors to the city have the opportunity to get an overview of the life and architecture of the 20th century in the region when they visit this apartment house.
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Historical Milestones
- after 1930
- The construction of an eclectic residential building on the Main Square in Kežmarok
- first half of the 20th century
- Development of eclectic urban architecture in the region
Interesting facts
- This apartment building is a recognised national cultural monument of Slovakia. - The house was built in the first half of the 20th century and its architectural style is classified as eclecticism. - The area of monuments consists of individual objects, such as houses of flats, and this particular house was built after 1930. - The house is located at the Main Square 102/35 in Kežmarok. - This house is a unique part of the city architecture of Kežmarok and its location on the Main Square makes it accessible to anyone who wants to learn more about the city and its history.
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You're welcome to Kežmarok. You stand in front of a building that is a quiet but indispensable member of this historic city scene. The first impression you may have is the sense of stability and continuity. This building, although perhaps not acting as a dominant monument at first sight, forms the very core of urban life and defines the characteristic rhythm of this street. Feel the atmosphere that it creates around you - the combination of urban bustle and historical peace that you still feel in these walls. This rental house represents a fascinating piece of urban history. In the past, when cities like Kežmarok developed, rental houses served as basic building stones for social and economic growth. They were not just places to live, but complex areas where private life of families with the public life of trade and crafts was intertwined. Although accurate chronological data on its origin are not preserved in our records, the very presence of this building in this location tells us about the long tradition of urban settlement. In the past, this house was a place where different sections of the population met, where normal, but important, life events took place within the housing area. Now I'm going to get you to pay attention to the architecture itself and to what you have right in front of your eyes. Look at the facade of this building. Feel the rhythm of its windows and the way they are arranged. Even if we do not know the name of the architect who conceived this proposal, we can see in his work the pursuit of harmony and functionality. Watch how light hits the wall surface and how the face of the building changes its character depending on the time of day. Note the proportions that give the building its balanced appearance. Every detail, from the shape of the openings to the overall geometry of the building, contributes to the fact that this rental house acts as an organic part of the historical core of the city. Look at how this building engages across the street and how it creates a solid border between public space and the privacy behind its walls. Although we do not know specific historical personalities directly connected to this building, you can imagine the thousands of anonymous lives that have taken place here. Children were born in these places, weddings took place, and the daily concerns of the people of Kežmarok were addressed. Every generation who lived here in the past has left something invisible in this architecture - its energy and its stories. Although not written in the textbooks of history, they are present in every stone and every brick of this house. It's this anonymity that gives the place a special charm. It is not a memorial of one great personality, but rather a living chronicler of ordinary but important human destiny. It is in this unknownness that one of the greatest mysteries of this place lies. The unknown time of creation, the unknown name of the creator, the unknown names of people who have experienced their happiest and most difficult moments in the past. This lack of accurate data is forcing us to have a deeper reflection. We often ask who the team had to be the person who led the pencil on paper or splashed on stone to create something so lasting. Who was that visionary whose name no one knows today, but whose work we still see before us? This uncertainty teaches us humility to time and how quickly names change, while the buildings themselves remain silent witnesses of our presence. Let yourself be carried away by this sense of mystery. Each building in Kežmarok has its own unique identity, although it is not always clearly defined by documents. This house is one of them. Now we invite you to continue your tour. Kežmarok has many secrets waiting to be revealed. Continue along these historical streets, see the atmosphere of the city and look for details that tell you stories without a word. We wish you a pleasant walk and let this city bring you many new experiences. Look around and enjoy the beauty of this history. Goodbye.
Tips for visitors
Recommended visit time: In the morning or late afternoon, when there are fewer people on the street and light is suitable for photography. What to take with you: Comfortable footwear on paved streets, water and layered clothing if it is cooler, because in historical buildings it can blow wind. Photography: The facade can be captured from adjacent streets. Light is best suited during so-called "golden hours" (morning or before sunset). Tips for families with children: Kežmarok is a suitable town for walks. Children can discover narrow streets and see what apartments looked like in the past. The tour can be connected with visiting other nearby monuments.
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. According to the heritage register restoration is under way, so access may be restricted.
Where is the monument?
Location: Hlavné námestie 102/35, Kežmarok, Prešovský 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. 413-2645).
For children
Imagine having a key in your hand from time to time. It's not a small metal key, it's your own courage. You're standing in the middle of ancient Kežmarok. There are narrow streets around you that look like they want to whisper secrets to you. Suddenly a tall building will grow up in front of you. It's not a castle with huge walls or a big castle, but there's something magical in it. It's a rental house.
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Thematic route
1. House residential (Type: Architectural building) The main destination of the route, an example of the city buildings in Kežmarok. 2. Service Courtyards (Type: Outdoor complex) - The immediate space at the house. 3. Entrance space (Type: Interior) - Part of the building with elements of historical residential building.
Seasonal recommendations
In spring Kežmarok will live with nature. Fine morning light highlights the details of the facade and surrounding greenery begins to bloom. It is recommended to put on layered clothing because temperatures can fluctuate, and visit the monument in the morning when it is still relatively quiet in the city.
Summer season brings the most visitors to the city. Intense sunlight creates strong contrasts on the historical walls of the house. Due to the summer heat and larger crowds, it is best to come right when you open, choose easy clothes and remember enough liquids.
Autumn wraps the Prešov region in golden tones. Pleasant, softer light of autumn days is ideal for photographing the details of the building. It is practical to have a waterproof cloak or an old man and plan a visit for the afternoon when the atmosphere is most pleasant.
In winter the rental house in Kežmarok is located in the street. In Advent time, there is a peaceful, holiday mood. It is necessary to dress up very warm and check the shortened opening time, which is typical for winter months.
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