BANSKÁ ŠTIAVNICA

Slovak Republic / Central Europe

CITY FORGED FROM GOLD, SHAPED IN SILVER

Tucked in the scenic Štiavnica Hills, Banská Štiavnica is a town where European mining history was forged. Built in the caldera of an ancient volcano, it rose to fame on veins of gold, silver, and copper left by prehistoric eruptions.

Today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it blends cobbled streets, Renaissance architecture, and mining tunnels that echo with stories of a rich past. Explore its museums, unwind in cozy cafés, and take in landscapes shaped by centuries of ingenuity and volcanic power.