Sneznik castle

Sneznik Castle in Slovenia
It is the best preserved castle in Notranjska region, located under the mountain Sneznik. The Sneznik Castle was first... more

by Ivan Slosar

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Sneznik castle

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Ivan Slosar

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Sneznik Castle in Slovenia
It is the best preserved castle in Notranjska region, located under the mountain Sneznik. The Sneznik Castle was first mentioned in the year 1268 as a hunting post. The formation of the present castle goes to the year 1462. First owners were the Aquileian Patriarchs and later the owners changed several times. Before the war it was the property of the family Schönburg from the vicinity of Dresden. Sneznik Castle is a three storey building with a newer stone bridge that leads to the walls and Renaissance walls in front of the entrance. Two arched stone bridge and the outer towers are Romantic additions of the 19th century. The surroundings have been carefully arranged into a park with riding and walking paths. East of the Sneznik Castle are farms and other additional buildings that house a small hunting museum. Sneznik Castle is a wonderful place for a romantic and unforgettable wedding.

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April 11th, 2013