Where to go on a trip Výrava

In the capital of Rusyns, in Medzilaborce, besides the world-famous Múzeum moderného umenia Andyho Warhola, you will also find Renaissance art in the form of the sacred building of the Chrám svätého Ducha. The Orthodox church was built in 1949 in memory of fallen soldiers in both World Wars. Inside, you will find captivating interior decoration and as many as 350 beautiful colorful icons.

The church stands on the site of an original wooden chapel that was destroyed during World War II. The beginnings of its construction were not easy due to the difficult post-war situation, lack of financial funds, and building material. However, the realization finally took place thanks to the support of the then Minister of Defense of the Czechoslovak Republic and later president Ludvík Svoboda. In gratitude for his help, believers call this house of God the Pamätník padlých hrdinov – Slovanov.

The management of the entire construction was undertaken by the spiritual father, Archimandrite Andrej Kolomacký, who had rich experience with the construction of churches in Bohemia, Moravia, and the Transcarpathian region. A helping hand was lent to him by Ing. arch. Luka Antič, and thanks to this, the project was approved on October 7, 1947. Even the residents of Medzilaborce themselves helped with the construction work. The interior painting was credited to nun Mária Klain. The church is built in the Old Russian Renaissance style and, with its unique architecture, belongs among the landmarks of this town.

During the extensive reconstruction that took place in the 1990s, the interior restoration was participated in, apart from the local master, by the world-famous Greek iconographer living in the USA, Dimitrios Leussis. He worked on the brightly colored secular paintings for four years. The Orthodox cerkvi (church) still serves for liturgical purposes to this day. In 1963, it was ranked among national cultural monuments.

The surroundings of Medzilaborce offer a wealth of opportunities for hiking and cycling tours. Take a trip with your family and treat yourself to beautiful views from the Vyhliadková vežička Kýčera. Also worth a look is the sandstone rock Čertov Kameň, which you can find in the Laborecká vrchovina in the Kamjana mountain massif.

On your wanderings, also drop by the Mini skanzen, where you can view an exhibition of folk architecture dedicated to the life and culture of Rusyns. If you like this idea of an active holiday, book accommodation near the Chrám svätého Ducha in Medzilaborce. A rich selection of cozy cottages and romantic apartments can be found on the page accommodation in Medzilaborce. We wish you a pleasant and undisturbed stay.

Near the village of Hostovice, in the district of Snina, intense battles took place during World War I. A historical landmark and a quiet memory of this painful period is the military cemetery, where 112 soldiers, mostly from the Austro-Hungarian army, found their eternal rest. Follow in the footsteps of the not-so-distant past and pay tribute to the men who fought for your freedom as well.

The frontline cemetery was likely created in 1917 and consists of 47 graves. The graves are arranged in four rows. Twenty-five of them belong to individuals, four are mass graves, and eighteen are collective graves. Buried here are 104 Austro-Hungarian soldiers whose names are known. Among those buried are also 8 unknown soldiers, one of whom was of Russian nationality. A funeral ceremony was held here for the last time on April 13, 1923.

In 2011, the grave sites underwent an extensive reconstruction carried out by members of the Klub vojenskej histórie Beskydy. Crosses were erected and a central monument was built, a memorial on a stone pedestal with a wooden cross. Volunteers from Slovakia, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary worked a total of over 1,100 hours here.

Another reminder of the horrors of war in this village is the wooden 6-meter-high Zvonica na vrchu Skory bell tower dedicated to the fallen Slovak soldiers who fought in the surroundings of Hostovice. Fierce battles claimed thousands of dead and hundreds of wounded. An educational trail 13 km long will lead you to the bell tower. The route starts near the municipal office, and 13 info panels will accompany you along the forest road.

Hostovice is an excellent starting point for trips into the surrounding area. If you like hiking, head to Hostovický kopec (Tlusté). From the nearby Starinská vyhliadka lookout, you will be treated to a magical view of our largest drinking water reservoir – Vodná nádrž Starina.

You can find accommodation near the WWI military cemetery in Hostovice on our portal. Accommodation Hostovice means clean and cozy rooms in family guesthouses, as well as fairytale cottages and chalets. We wish you a wonderful stay full of great experiences.

Are you also among the lovers of winter fun, fast ski rides, and the wind in your hair? In that case, you will appreciate our invitation to Lyžiarske stredisko Parihuzovce. It is located in Vihorlatské vrchy, approximately 17 km northeast of the district town of Snina, above the village of Parihuzovce. On the drive by car from the village to the ski lifts, you will need a certain dose of patience and, above all, caution. Near the lifts, two smaller parking lots await you, which are completely sufficient for the purposes of the resort.

The base station of the ski resort is at an altitude of 420 m above sea level, with the highest point reaching 641 m above sea level. The total elevation difference of the ski slopes is 221 m. Two older, yet fully functional ski lifts with lengths of 350 and 650 m operate in the resort. You can choose from four ski slope trails with easy, medium, and difficult difficulty levels with a total length of 2.4 km. The longest ski slope has a length of 1 km. Artificial snowmaking covers a length of only 1 km and does not cover all trails.

Volunteers from the local TJ Slávia Spartak Vihorlat Snina manage the operation of the resort. Therefore, the resort is open mostly only during weekends and days off. The ski season lasts predominantly from the beginning of January to the end of March. The resort is sought after not only by experienced skiers, but especially by families with children. The main advantage you will certainly appreciate is the relatively uncrowded slopes, short waiting times for the lifts, and very favorable prices.

Visitors to this resort must prepare for the fact that they will not find such seamless service here as in top sought-after ski resorts in Slovakia. Ski service and ski rental are missing. Sanitary facilities are more modest. A tiny snack bar usually offers only warm tea. However, if you take these matters into account, you can bring everything you need with you. You will certainly enjoy good skiing without significantly impoverishing your family budget. Visitors usually also appreciate the very good approach and willingness of the staff.

If, in addition to skiing, you want to view something interesting within this region full of beautiful nature, we recommend visiting the Vojnový cintorín from World War I in the nearby village of Hostovice. Perhaps the Drevený gréckokatolícky kostolík in Jalová will intrigue you with its architecture. Are you interested in the sky and stars? Do not hesitate to visit the Astronomické observatórium na Kolonickom sedle in Humenné.

Plan perfect relaxation on skis, walks in nature, or beautiful shared experiences with family or friends. Enjoy this sought-after tourist region to the fullest. We can advise you where to find the best or most cost-effective accommodation near Lyžiarske stredisko Parihuzovce. Will apartments Parihuzovce or cozy cottages and chalets Parihuzovce appeal to you? We leave this choice entirely up to you.