The city castle of Kezmarok was built as a defensive castle. lt is first mentioned in 1463 in connection with the Zapolsky family. Its history is linked with the Tokely family which had the originally Gothic fort rebuilt as a luxurious Rennaisance residence. They also built the baroque chapel. Last owner was Ferdinand Rueber nad in 1702 it was bought by the town of Kezmarok. The castle burnt down several times in the 18th century and was repaired in the 18th and 2Oth century. General restoration work was carried out between 1962-1985.
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