Originally it was the residence of the Archbishop of Estergom.
Among the most famous historic events that took place in
the Mirror Hall was the signing of Bratislava Peace Treaty
with Napoleon in 1805, between Napoleonic France and Habsburg
Austria after the battle at Slavkov.
In the rooms on the first floor, which belong to the Gallery
of the Capital of the Slovak Republic, a unique collection
of 6 tapestries dating from the middle of the 17th century
is situated.
The tapestries depict the old-Greek epic of the love of
Heros and Leander. These were woven in the Royal English
manufacture in Mortlake. It is the only collection of tapestries
depicting the legend in 6 pictures.
Representative rooms are used to display a permanent exhibition
of old European paintings. The 15th century Gothic Chapel
of St. Ladislaus is decorated with a precious fresco and
it houses an original pipe organ. An excellent venue for
welcome parties, gala evening and concerts.
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