Every year in the end of April - beginning of May in Slovakia there is a very unusual and exciting spectacle - the Festival of Ghosts. Yes, yes, you did not misinterpret! Ghosts, witches, ghouls and other evil spirits are the main heroes of this holiday. And they come here from all over the world - the Slovak Ghost Festival is considered one of the largest and most interesting.

Those who have already visited the festival admit that the procession of participants looks very creepy. So if you want to tickle your nerves, Bojnice is waiting for you.

These days about 50 thousand tourists are trembling with fear in Bojnice Castle, and at the end of the show they are happily taking pictures with the brightest characters of the show. It is interesting that the main part of the action takes place at night. Those who have already visited the festival admit that the procession of participants looks very creepy. So if you want to tickle your nerves, Bojnice is waiting for you.

The employees of the castle prepare the premises for the event in advance - Bojnice decorate in every way, think over the details of the decor, so that the visitors follow the fright and remember the Festival of ghosts for all life.

But do not think , that, except for horror stories, there is nothing here. During the holiday on the territory of the castle you can see performances by artists and musicians, theatrical performances, as well as fencing competitions. Not far from the castle is a former royal menagerie, worthy of attention

Ghost Festival

In addition, at the Festival of Ghosts, you can taste local cuisine and wine. There is also a small souvenir fair. And you can find very good things from leather, metal and clay - Slovak masters will gladly show you everything.

For the first time, the ghost festival was held in 1993 and has since become more popular. A similar event, but much more modest in scale, takes place in Orava Castle.