Old Village of Hollókő and its Surroundings

The village of Hollókő in Hungary, with view of the Parish Church of Saint Martin
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Author: Bárdos Veronika Gyor


The Old Village of Hollókő is a World Heritage Site in Hungary. Established around the 17th to 18th century, is an outstanding example of the well-preserved Hungarian settlement of the Palóc people.

Hollókő is located in Nógrád county, about 90 km to the northeast of Budapest. It lies in the valley of the Cserhát Mountains. Within the village are some 55 houses. There is also a village museum and a doll museum.

Old Village of Hollókő and its Surroundings was inscribed as a World Heritage Site during the 11th session of the World Heritage Committee in Paris, France, on 7 - 11 December, 1987.

World Heritage Site Inscription Details

Location: N 47 59 39.984 E 19 31 45.012
Inscription Year: 1987
Type of Site: Cultural
Inscription Criteria: V

Panoramic view of the Hungarian countryside with the Cserhat Mountains located north of Holloko
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Author: Takkk

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