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Miskolc ( UK: / ˈmiːʃkɒlts / MEESH-kolts, [4] US: / ˈmɪʃkoʊlts / MISH-kohlts, [5] Hungarian: [ˈmiʃkolt͡s] ⓘ; Czech and Slovak: Miškovec; German: Mischkolz; Yiddish: Mishkoltz; Romanian: Mișcolț) is a city in northeastern Hungary, known for its heavy industry.
May 22, 2023 · Things to Do in Miskolc, Hungary: See Tripadvisor's 6,815 traveler reviews and photos of Miskolc tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Miskolc. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
- Castle of Diósgyőr. Eight kilometres west of the centre of Miskolc, the Castle of Diósgyőr is on a spur in the foothills of the Bükk Mountains. This stronghold was adapted by Louis I of Hungary in the mid-14th century, coinciding with the castle’s greatest period.
- Lillafüred. A bit further west, in the mountain environment of the Bükk National Park, Lillafüred is an elegant resort developed at the turn of the 20th century.
- Terraced Gardens in Lillafüred. The hanging gardens below the hotel are laid out on themed terraces between the Szinva and Garadna streams. This is also the site of the tallest waterfall in Hungary, at 20 metres high and also manmade.
- Lillafüredi Vízesés (Lillafüred Waterfall) When you regard the idyllic waterfall beside the terrace, it’s hard to believe it’s not natural. These falls only came about in the late-1920s, as the Szinva had to be redirected to make way for the Palace Hotel.
Nov 16, 2020 · Nestled in the foothills of Hungary’s Bükk Mountains, Miskolc is full of outdoor adventures, cultural highlights, and a unique thermal cave bath. Our guide to Miskolc covers what to see and do, plus all your essential travel information!
Miskolc, city of county status and seat of Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén megye (county), northeastern Hungary. It lies in the valley of the Szinva, a small tributary of the Sajó River, on the eastern margin of the Avas Hills, which form part of the Bükk limestone plateau.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Dec 23, 2016 · After our fun-filled visit, we're sharing 11 things you're sure to love about the under-rated city of Miskolc, Hungary. Between the impressive thermal cave baths, picturesque mountains and even a scenic train, there really is something for everyone to enjoy.
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Today Miskolc is the regional centre of Northern Hungary. The city is surrounded by the beautiful Bükk Mountains. The most famous tourist attractions are outside the city, but one can find things worth visiting in downtown, too.
