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Culture and sights

Thanks to its position in the centre of Europe, the cultures of the West and East have met in Slovakia over a history spanning several thousands of years. From Celtic settlements, through the remains of Roman fortifications, ancient Slavic cult places, manors and fortified castles of the Ugrian nobility, medieval mining towns, German settlers, the easternmost Gothic sites in Europe, Renaissance and Baroque palaces, Greek Catholic and Orthodox wooden churches, Jewish synagogues and cemeteries, and the interwar functionalism and socialist realism of expanding cities to current projects reflecting the latest trends.

Discover Slovak cities and towns. Horizons of suburban apartment blocks are concealing preserved historical squares and lanes, often places for pleasant social events. Discover more than a hundred Slovak castles and manors. In some you will find themed exhibitions and festivals; in others you may find authentic ruins with beautiful views over the world of your subjects. Visit museums and galleries. You will find everything from ancient archaeological digs to Andy Warhol’s pop art, as well as creations by contemporary artists. Discover war monuments such as tanks from the Second World War in the Valley of Death, or technical sites such as the water mills in the Podunajský region.

 

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Galleries

Galleries

Bratislava can certainly be called the Mecca of the visual art, where the majority of artists live and work. It is here that resides the most important institution of this domain - The Slovak National Gallery (SNG) that administers more than 50,000 collection items - many of them are part of the national cultural heritage.

 
How Our Ancestors Used to Live

How Our Ancestors Used to Live

Žilinský kraj

In the age of computers and fast cars we can think about how our ancestors used to live. They lived a practical life in harmony with nature. We can see this with our own eyes in the museums of folk architecture still inhabited by people – Čičmany and Vlkolínec or we can just visit the open-air museums which have not only traditional houses, furnishings and equipment but which offer also the Slovak handicrafts demonstrations.                       

 
Infinite cultural heritage of book collections in the region of Spiš

Infinite cultural heritage of book collections in the region of Spiš

Prešovský krajOkres KežmarokKežmarok

Kežmarok, a quaint Spiš town, has been a hub of both Slovak and German education and culture throughout its history. More than seven centuries of its existence are reflected in its architecture representing Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles.

 
Jaslovské Bohunice and surroundings – more than just a nuclear power station...

Jaslovské Bohunice and surroundings – more than just a nuclear power station...

Trnavský krajOkres Trnava

The village of Jaslovské Bohunice situated to the north of Trnava is one of the biggest villages of Trnava district and apart from the nuclear power station it offers other attractions that are worth seeing.

 
Jewish Bratislava

Jewish Bratislava

Bratislavský krajOkres BratislavaBratislava

The multicultural character of Bratislava was in the past importantly enriched by numerous Jewish communities. Even though fascist or communistic regimes have given them a hard time in the 20th century the Jewish feeling is still present in the city…

 
Master Pavol of Levoča – Personality of the Millennium

Master Pavol of Levoča – Personality of the Millennium

Prešovský krajOkres LevočaLevoča

Slovakia offers cultural heritage worth of interest and attention. In 2000, Master Pavol was chosen as the Personality of the Millennium in Slovakia. Thousands of tourists from all over the world come to Levoča to see the work of this most distinguished Slovak medieval carver.

 
Musical Bratislava

Musical Bratislava

Bratislavský krajOkres BratislavaBratislava

It is not an exaggeration that Bratislava has the name “city of music”. Beauty on the Danube has always been lived through music. From the centuries old tones of classical music up to postmodern sound experiments – who is seeking this in Bratislava, will find it!

 
Remembering Personalities Who Left Us a Legacy

Remembering Personalities Who Left Us a Legacy

Trnavský kraj
Numerous outstanding personalities, who have left an indelible trace in history with their immortal works, were born, lived and are resting in peace in the Trnava region. Their names appear in every textbook on Slovak history.
 
Romanesque Buildings of Trnava Region

Romanesque Buildings of Trnava Region

Trnavský kraj
Buildings of Romanesque architecture are the oldest architectural monuments on Slovakia's territory. Some of them can be seen in their original shape. The Romanesque style is the first distinctive style of the Middle Ages. Rotundas represent a typical architectural structure built in the Romanesque style.
 
Searching for Music in Bratislava

Searching for Music in Bratislava

Bratislavský krajOkres BratislavaBratislava

A number of illustrious musicians have visited Bratislava over the centuries. If you come to Bratislava seeking cultural experience and you are left with only a few hours for your visit, you are invited to see places that are linked to the city's musical past and present.

 
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