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The Old Castle was created from the reconstruction of a 13th-century parish church, which was converted into a defensive fortress in the 16th century against Turkish raids. The complex was expanded with walls, bastions, and towers, creating one of the most important defensive points in the city. The castle has preserved Gothic and Renaissance architectural elements, former fortifications, and a tower with an alarm bell that warned residents of danger. Currently, a part of the Slovak Mining Museum operates here. Inside, you can see exhibitions dedicated to the city's history, crafts, former guilds, and the mining traditions of Banská Štiavnica.

ERB Brewery & Restaurant operates in the historic building of the former mining school in the center of Banská Štiavnica. The venue combines a restaurant with a craft brewery that brews its own beers on site. The name „ERB” comes from the German word „Erbe”, meaning heritage, which refers to the city's mining history. The cellars of the building have preserved vaults and elements of the old architecture related to the Austro-Hungarian period.

LevaLáska operates in the historic center of Banská Štiavnica as a café and meeting place inspired by the city's artistic character. The interior combines elements of a café, a gallery, and a cultural space, and the venue regularly hosts concerts, exhibitions, and intimate artistic events. The name “LevaLáska” refers to the Slovak word “láska” meaning love. The café is known for its unusual decor using old furniture, vintage decorations, and handmade elements.

The Andrej Kmeť High School and monument commemorate Andrej Kmeť – one of the most important Slovak scientists and national activists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Kmeť was involved in archaeology, botany, and documenting folk culture, and also co-founded the Slovak Museum Society. The monument stands in front of the historic high school building in the center of Banská Štiavnica. The sculpture depicts Kmeť with a book and scientific materials, highlighting his research and educational activities. The high school building itself was one of the important schools in the city's mining region.

The Piarg Gate is the only preserved gate of the former defense system of Banská Štiavnica. It was built in the 16th century during the threat of Turkish raids, when mining towns in Central Europe began to strengthen their fortifications. The gate led towards the former settlement of Piarg, the present-day part of Štiavnické Bane, from which it derives its name. Elements of Renaissance architecture and former defensive openings have been preserved above the passage. For centuries, it was one of the main entrances to the city and part of the walls protecting the rich silver and gold mining center.

Námestie Svätej Trojice is the main square of Banská Štiavnica and the historical center of the former mining town. It is surrounded by Renaissance and Baroque townhouses that once belonged to wealthy merchants and officials associated with silver and gold mining. The square was laid out in the Middle Ages, when Banská Štiavnica was one of the most important mining centers in the Kingdom of Hungary. The most characteristic feature is the Baroque Plague Column from the 18th century, erected after a plague epidemic. To this day, the square has retained its historical layout and is part of the city inscribed on the UNESCO list in 1993.

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There are nice steps leading to the swing from two directions on the asphalt, and a single track between them.