Tata Castle

Tatai, Hungary

Initiated by the Lackffy family, construction of the Tata castle began at the end of the 1300s. It has continually been built and rebuilt ever since. One of Tata’s gems today, it had its glory days as a royal summer residence during the reign of King Sigismund of Luxembourg and that of King Matthias Hunyadi. Thanks to the Esterházy family, one-time residents of the castle, the building today reflects the stylistical features of the romantic period.

The Domokos Kuny Museum has been operating in the castle building since 1954. In addition to the collection of the Piarist (Tata-Tóváros) Museum founded in 1912, it houses mainly Bronze and Roman Age archeological finds together with exhibits related to natural history, local history, decorative and applied art as well as home and international ethnography, including fine products from Tata’s faience manufacture.

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Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Hungary

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Mila A (9 months ago)
Very well preserved and great place to take a walk and enjoy nature ?
Zoltan Fazekas (9 months ago)
It's easy to spend 3 hours here. The only issue? All the information is in Hungarian, so you'll need Google Translate.
Saad Arif Awan (10 months ago)
It's such a serene spot by the lake for a family outing or evening jog. Cafe inside the castle serves hot beverages at a nominal price.
Ivonig Corfmat (13 months ago)
Nice view from the castle at different floors and well maintained castle with also toilets and a small café. It's also nice to walk around the castle at the ruins. The interior exhibition is not the most passionnating so and goes about various subjects with not always a link between them. Rooms are very different one from each other so hard to follow up.
Roja Saketiyan (14 months ago)
Tata Castle, also known as Tatai Vár, is a captivating historical landmark nestled in Tata, Hungary. Dating back to the 14th century, this castle stands proudly on the scenic shores of Lake Öreg, boasting a blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural styles. Renovated over the centuries, it now serves as a museum and cultural hub, offering insights into the region's history through exhibitions and events. A must-visit for anyone exploring Hungary's rich heritage!
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