Báthory Castle and Waxworks
The Báthori family had their 14th-century manor house rebuilt during the second half of the 15th century and expanded it into a castle with several separate palace wings.
The building continued to have a significant historical role well into the 16th century, but then fell into disrepair for several centuries afterwards. The remains of the formal dining hall in the middle of its north wing were used to construct a granary after 1730. Although the partition walls on the ground floor were brought down during the alteration, the remaining imprints and corbels made it possible to reconstruct the former spaces.
The building of the reconstructed Báthori Castle, completed in 2006, is the only section of the original castle that still has medieval remains incorporated in its walls. The permanent exhibition inside the building, partly based on authentic historical facts and partly on elements of hearsay, brings to life the era and legends of the Báthori family, so closely related to the past of our town. There are as many as forty-five life-size wax figures in five separate scenes presenting the most important events of the given specific era, impersonating several famous or “infamous” historical figures. The combination of the incredibly detailed wax figures and the authentic settings creates a unique Renaissance atmosphere.
In the loft of the building, there is an air-conditioned venue fitted with state-of-the-art technical equipment, offering an ideal choice for hosting various functions and events, such as conferences and corporate training courses.