Slovakia : Must See
Located at the heart of Europe, Slovakia is a romantic and wild destination with many treasures. It is characterized by its many parks and caves. The country is one of the most forested regions in Europe and is particularly attractive with its cultural treasures and wild nature. Rare animals such as bears, wolves and wild boars have found refuge there. Bratislava, the capital, has developed into a modern metropolis with a lot of atmosphere and a real music culture.
Spis Castle
Spiš Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, extends over an area of over 4 hectares and is one of the largest fortified castles in Central Europe. Its walls date from the 12th century. In 1780 the castle was destroyed by fire. Today the walls and some palaces are preserved.
High Tatras
The High Tatras are the highest mountains in Slovakia and are located in the Carpathian Mountains. With a height of 2,654 m, the Gerlachovský is the highest peak. It is a wonderful hiker's paradise between lakes, meadows and thundering waterfalls.
Trnava
Located only 50 km from Bratislava in the west of the country, Trnava plays an important role in Central Europe. Thanks to the many old churches it is called "Slovak Rome". As a traffic junction, it is a popular production location for companies such as the PSA Group or Ikea.
Kosice
The country's second largest city is an important commercial and industrial center in eastern Slovakia. The best way to explore this city is on foot. Cross the central square from where you can admire St-Elizabeth's Cathedral and discover the city's numerous parks.
Banska Stiavnica
Banskà Štiavnica is one of the most important mining centers of the 13th to 18th centuries. Over the years, the place, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has developed into an elegant city between Renaissance palaces, charming squares and churches. Discover the historical center with the Trinity Column, the St-Catherine's church and the castle from the 13th century.
Bratislava
The capital of Slovakia is only a few kilometers away from Vienna. The river Danube splits the city which is very easy to explore on foot because of its manageable size. Integrated into the Kingdom of Hungary for a long time, Bratislava was the coronation city of the Hungarian rulers. The palaces built at the time, as well as many churches and monasteries, bear witness to this.
