Are you planning a hiking tour in the Slovak Karst (Slovenský kras)? Besides the beautiful natural scenery and a great deal of natural attractions such as the caves of the Slovak Karst or the gorge of Zádielska tiesňava, your attention will be surely caught by Rožňava – the town of famous mining traditions, schools and crafts and the bishop’s seat.

Do you dream of loafing in front of the TV with a beer? No? So try a more authentic way of spending your free time – enjoy your own dose of adventure, and let the adrenalin pump through your veins! Bratislava can increase your blood pressure – but not in a bad way ...

Are you tired of main stream art? Are you searching for fresh inspiration which will send your thoughts in new dimensions? In Bratislava it is possible to find alternative art of all kinds which satisfy all your six senses…. Film, fine arts, or theatre.

Are you tired of main stream art? Are you searching for fresh inspiration which will send your thoughts in new dimensions? In Bratislava it is possible to find alternative art of all kinds which satisfy all your six senses… Music, photography, or literature.

Bratislava is a meeting point of two lowlands and the beginning of one of the most noticeable mountain ranges of Europe. It is not only those hills penetrating through the city which offer the panoramic view a growing city will be lying at your feet. Witness how a city grows and spreads its buds.

Contrast is exciting, and Bratislava is no different in this sense. Welcome to a city where the new complements the old, rivers alternate with hills, silence follows in the footstep of noise, and a cosmopolitan spirit walks side by side with provinciality!

During the walks through old Bratislava you may be surprised by a proud king on a horse with an escort. No, monarchy is not returning – once a year the city is visited by an emperor who was crowned here centuries ago. You can anticipate to a real feast in a big style.

Do you appreciate good food and drink? Bratislava is progressively becoming a culinary paradise. The streets of the Old Town district have been referred to as “one big restaurant”. Come and excite and treat your taste buds in an unforgettable atmosphere!

You don’t have to go far from the city to find ideal cycling paths. Whether you crave for the tranquillity of the meadow forests or adrenalin in the mountains, this article will help you get oriented so you can enjoy the exact type of cycling you desire.

Do you like music? If you hear your favourite music playing, it will make you dance. Do you like to enjoy yourself? If you belong to that group of people who will avail of every oppurtunity to express their happiness to good music through movement, then a visit to Trenčín - a "town in movement" is a must.

Only 5 km from the centre of Bratislava there is a natural area of forests, streams and ponds. It is an ideal place for escape from the city stress not only for families with children but also for active sportsmen. Železná studnička is nearby, its tempting and it’s for everyone.

Do you need a break from the city stress? Are you looking for a place where you are surrounded by deep forests? Do you want to climb up rope hitches? You want to sleigh? Cycle? Ski? But you don’t want to travel far from the city? Recreation zone Kamzík - Koliba is offering you all of this.

Beauty or an ugly duckling on the Danube? Proud capital of an independent state or second class bracelet of Vienna? Historical meeting point of three nations, display cabinet of socialistic architecture, or is it a modern central European metropolis? Discover the authentic genius loci of Bratislava!

As I sit over a chilled glass of freshly tapped beer (kofola), I hear uplifting country (folk) music, I watch the river flow (leaves fall) and I feel good. An illusion in the city? Not really...