Galanta, Sala

Place description

Galanta has a population of about 17 000 and Šaľa is slightly larger with a population of about 25 000. Even though they are separated by just a few kilometres, are already in another region. Galanta is part of Trnava region and Šaľa of Nitra region.

The oldest written records mentioning Galanta comes from a document from 1237. In 1421, the Esterházy family took title to most of the city and the surrounding countryside. In the 16th century, the city already had its own school and in the 17th century, the city opened its own hospital.

Tourist attractions in the town Galanta:

Renaissance Chateau - Built around the year 1600, this chateau got its present appearance from a reconstruction that took place in 1992. The chateau has a ceremonial hall and the city‘s gallery.

Neo-Gothic Castle – Originally constructed around 1633, this castle underwent a major remodelling in 1861. Its owner at the time was inspired by the romanticism of the English gothic.

Neo-Gothic Burial Chapel of the Esterházy Family

Roman Catholic Church of Saint Štefan Kráľ – A monumental double tower church with baroque elements. The interior of the church houses a magnificent altar from 1741.

Local History Museum - This museum has a focus on the history of flour milling industry

Tourist attractions in the town Šaľa:

Renaissance Chateau – originally a moated castle

Rolnický dům - The „peasant house“, a protected cultural landmark

Sculptures of the Holy Trinity – This work was paid for and completed by the residents of the city in 1895 to commemorate a unique event – in 1886 the tower of the local church was hit by ball lightening. The sculptures dominate the local square.

Tourist attractions in the surrounding areas:

Vincov Les Thermal Baths – 6 km far from Galanta, this complex contains a thermal well which produces natural hot water at a temperature of 62°C. Besides a number of swimming pools, the complex also offers other recreational activities such as table tennis, football, volleyball and street ball. The facility has special facilities for children and there is a climbing wall for adults.

Galandia Thermal Baths – Here one finds several outdoor pools, slides, playgrounds for children, beach volleyball, a relaxation pool, a thermal pool, a restaurant and other refreshment options. It is located on the outskirts of the city Galanta.

Diakovce Thermal Baths - 3 km far from Šaľa, the naturally heated water rises up 780 meters at a temperature of 38°C. The baths include a number of swimming pools, onsite accommodations, restaurants, a dance club and football and volleyball fields.

Lake Kráľová nad Váhom – 4 km from Šaľa, this manmade lake is about 12 km long and 2 km wide. It is a popular spot for swimming, boating, windsurfing, waterskiing and fishing.