Remnants and ruins of Szigliget fortress remain on Várhegy hill's summit, located on the skirt of Lake Balaton.
The castle was built between 1260 and 1262 as a siege against the Ottoman Empire's invasion. Hungary suffered tremendously from the Ottoman Empire's occupation. Indeed villages of Szigliget were destroyed, however, the castle contested and hadn't fallen down to the Turks.
The irony is that the castle was ordered by Leopold I in Holy Roman Empire to be demolished, which caused a Hungarian rebellion against Austrian rule.
Castle has been under renovation. Cannons and several armors are exhibited there.
Above all, the most impressive fact is the stunning panoramic view from the summit.
It's definitely worth climbing a hill to indulge yourself in breathtaking scenery!!!
