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Right in the heart of Europe, Slovakia is a land of castles and mountains, occasionally punctuated by industrial sprawl. More than a quarter-century after Czechoslovakia's break-up, Slovakia has emerged as a self-assured, independent nation. Capital city Bratislava draws visitors to its resplendent old town and tankard-clanking drinking culture. But Slovakia shines brightest for lovers of the outdoors. Walking trails in the High Tatras wend through landscapes of unearthly beauty, with mirror-still glacier lakes backed by 2000m peaks.
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Best Things to Do
Misty mountains, mighty national parks, fairy tale–like castles and more.
Best Places to Visit
From mountain villages to medieval castles to thriving cities, these are eight top places not to miss in this Central European gem of a country
Best Time to Visit
An extremely detailed guide to getting the most out of a visit to this Central European country during every season of the year.
Transportation
Compact Slovakia is a pleasure to explore – and easy, too. Here’s your guide to getting around by train, bus, car, bicycle and more.