Banka Lásky
Banka Lásky
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09:30 - 18:00
Monday
09:30 - 18:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 18:00
Thursday
09:30 - 18:00
Friday
09:30 - 18:00
Saturday
09:30 - 19:00
Sunday
09:30 - 18:00
About
The only LOVE BANK in the world is a unique place where people from around the world store their symbolic keepsakes of love, friendship or another special moment of happiness. LOVE BANK - is inspired by the true love story between Marína and Sládkovič - is created from the verses of the World's longest love poem - consists of 100 000 Security Boxes You can find the only LOVE BANK in the world in the basement of the house that is a part of 500-year-old gold mine. It is the house where Marína Pischlová lived for the most of her life. This house is a building of national and cultural significance as well as being part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Daniela V
2 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
If you can only see one thing while in Banská Štiavnica See this. I’ve been here three times already. It’s a great experience for couples families and friends alike.
Written 26 February 2022
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Thank you very much for your positive review and encouraging words. We are pleased to hear that every time you visit us, our Love Bank has something new or interesting to offer – looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Written 8 March 2022
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praadla
Slovakia2 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
Ideal for couples or families. Mix of history - real love story - and modern technologies.
I rate my experience here 11/10. This is a must see in Banska Stiavnica. Strongly recommend.
I rate my experience here 11/10. This is a must see in Banska Stiavnica. Strongly recommend.
Written 19 July 2021
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Woow, thank you soooo much for your review! We really appreciate that! :)
Written 4 August 2021
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850Lu
20 contributions
Sep 2020
Looking at the house from the outside I wasn't really impressed by the whole project and the idea. But after seeing all attractions, the interior of the house and the love bank I was really surprised how beautifully it all has been put together. From the whole reconstruction of the house to the presentation of the love story it all made very nice and interesting experience. You will not find anything similar anywhere in Slovakia. I have also seen the famous house of Romeo and Juliette in Verona or the love museums in South Korea and I must say that the experience there was really poor. This one actually made a point and especially it was based on the true story. I was actually quite impressed how well it was all done. You can feel the inspiration from other exhibitions like Harry Potter studios or the book and mirror installation in Bratislava, but it doesn't matter at all, because after all you'll be glad that you paid the money for something unique and exceptional.
Written 30 September 2020
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Thank you sooo much for your words! We really appreciate that and we are happy you liked our Love Bank! :)
Written 23 August 2021
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laczkozsu
Debrecen, Hungary1,447 contributions
Jul 2020
It's in fact a bench on the main square in front of a building, in which Marína Pischlova lived around 1840. The longest love poem in the world is dedicated to her. The love poem is registered as a world record. The House of Marína or House of Slovakia's Romeo and Juliet is very popular for lovers. They put a padlock around the bench so you can see lots of colourful padlocks.
Written 3 August 2020
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Thank you very much for your review! We really appreciate that :)
Written 23 August 2021
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tomas sokol
Bratislava, Slovakia39 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Authentic experience of true love story born directly in the house where you will visit museum. New owners of the house were able to build amazing experience from almost destroyed historical building. Whole experince of visit and ideas behind are really on world class level. When you pay attention to all details and ideas you will appreciate this place much more! I loved to discover that such a place was build in Slovakia and how much can be made from ine idea and true story. I recommend to learn more about region, city, walk around and then visit the museum, you will connect with genius loci.
Written 21 June 2020
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Dear Tomas, Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your recent visit to our Love Bank, we are happy to see that you enjoyed your visit to the full.
The story of the poem Marína is unique to the world and close to our hearts - we are really pleased that there are people who believe in the same things as we do. This project took plenty of passion, sweat, determination, and persistence; and we are grateful that our visitors appreciate all the hard work which made the Love Bank possible.
If you are visiting our town again, we look forward to welcoming you back to the Love Bank. Zuzana From Love Bank.
Written 24 June 2020
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Medy
Szeged, Hungary99 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
It's a place for a love story . It's ok but if you wanna but your name there you need to donate fee for renovation. A 125 € or more depending on the mesmerizing method you want to write your name and your love name. But a good afternoon program. Need to reserve before you go because it's time fixed visit view.
Written 10 November 2019
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Thank you very much for your review. We are happy that you liked it :) Love Bank is a Fundraising project dedicated to saving and restoring the historic House of Marína; and to promotion of Sládkovič’s MARÍNA around the globe
as the World’s longest love poem.
Written 11 November 2019
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Carol H
De Pere, WI1,074 contributions
Sep 2019
During a walking tour of Banska Stiavnica in late September 2019 with our group of 22, the local guide stopped in front of this structure. She called this "Marina's House," a place that celebrates, and houses, the world's longest love poem, written by Andrej Sladkovic.
She told us the following story: Andrej was from a poor family, and to earn money, he tutored Marina at her parents' house. Her parents were among the richest families in Banska Stiavnica (the Pischl Family). While teaching her, they fell in love.However, the gap between their property and origin was too much to be surmounted. Marina's family insisted she marry a rich man, while Sladkovic was studying in Bratislava, the marriage taking place in 1845. At some point, Andrej wrote his 2,920-line poem, "Marina," that was eventually published in 1846. Both our local guide, and our Tour Leader told us that this poem is studied and memorized in Slovak schools!!
Also of interest is the fact that the house is part of a 500-year-old gold mine, and is the house where Marina lived for most of her life. This house also contains a Lover's Vault with 100,000 tiny drawers for lovers to place their words.
She told us the following story: Andrej was from a poor family, and to earn money, he tutored Marina at her parents' house. Her parents were among the richest families in Banska Stiavnica (the Pischl Family). While teaching her, they fell in love.However, the gap between their property and origin was too much to be surmounted. Marina's family insisted she marry a rich man, while Sladkovic was studying in Bratislava, the marriage taking place in 1845. At some point, Andrej wrote his 2,920-line poem, "Marina," that was eventually published in 1846. Both our local guide, and our Tour Leader told us that this poem is studied and memorized in Slovak schools!!
Also of interest is the fact that the house is part of a 500-year-old gold mine, and is the house where Marina lived for most of her life. This house also contains a Lover's Vault with 100,000 tiny drawers for lovers to place their words.
Written 19 October 2019
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Thank you very much for writing us your review :)
Written 23 October 2019
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Coro foxy
13 contributions
Jul 2019
What is love?.. everybody of us asked this question at least once, and we can find different answers. Here, in Bank of Love, you will be witness of love of one young couple, thanks which was created the longest love poem in the world. It was amazing experience! ❤️
Written 4 August 2019
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Thanks a lot for sharing your experience! We really appreciate it!
Written 5 August 2019
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Peto
4 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
I visited Love Bank for the first time about a year ago. I strongly recommend. Very engaging in many aspects. Not just for the love birds. If you are looking for a wonderful history of the biggest love poem set in the miraculous world of beautiful interactive projections and old-Slovak architecture, this is the right place for you. Suitable for everyone.
Written 31 July 2019
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Dear Peto! Thanks a lot for your review. We really appreciate it :)
Written 2 August 2019
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Oto P
9 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
Extremely well prepared exhibition, which guides you through the story of the world longest love poem and the real life love story that inspired it.
Written 22 July 2019
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Dear Oto! Thank you very much for your words.
We are very happy that you enjoyed our exhibition!
Written 24 July 2019
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BANKA LÁSKY (Banska Stiavnica) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Banka Lásky
- Banka Lásky is open:
- Sun - Fri 09:30 - 18:00
- Sat - Sat 09:30 - 19:00
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- (0.02 km) Black M Pizzeria & Restaurancia
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- (0.12 km) ERB Brewery
- (0.15 km) Teahouse Klopacka