Here is the view showing the western side of popular tourist destination known as famous Orava Castle in the summer of 2013, during a clear blue sky day. On this photo you can see buildings of the Orava Castle known as the Upper castle. The Orava Castle is colloquially known to have the nickname "The Eagle’s Nest", because of how its highest and oldest part sits on a massive rock formation. This natural formation is known as "castle cliff" which forms steep 112 meters / 367 feet high hill that serves as natural stronghold for the castle; where this castle is also partially hidden by green coniferous trees surrounding it.

The Orava Castle went through a number of different owners during its time of existence as well as through a lot of renovations and fortifications. Unfortunately at the beginning of the 19th century the Orava Castle burnt down when a gigantic fire destroyed all wooden parts of the castle. However later it was archaeologically preserved and reconstructed so that it could continue to live on.

It is clearly seen as one of the most attractive castles located in northern Slovakia. The castle features number of fortified entry gates, ordered one after another and even a short tunnel, that leads to main courtyard. It is opened for those that come to visit and want to tour it. The castle of Orava can get quite spooky at night and there are often spooky night shows that take place as well as popular theatrical performances, or other exhibitions that are scheduled throughout the year. If you want to see some night photos of this castle, please search my website for older posts.

The Orava Castle is also a popular location for filming fairy tale, or horror movies.

Did you know that many scenes of the world famous cult movie Nosferatu (1922) were filmed there?!

The Orava Castle is declared as a national cultural heritage of a great importance and it is definitely worth a visit. If you will be nearby don't forget to tour it; it has so much to offer!