Slovakia
Photo by Anastasia Dulgier
Updated, Feb 2023
Slovakia is in the centre of Europe. This landlocked country was once part of the Czechoslovakia. Since its division in 1993, Slovak Republic became a strong country. unlike its counterpart Czech Republic, Slovakia is part of Eurozone one currency countries. Bratislava is its capital and is one hour away from Vienna in Austria. Slovakia has many castles, mountains and forests. summers are the best season, winters are cold but christmas markets makes it hotter.
Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is known for its stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage, with many historic landmarks and museums that can be visited by tourists.
Košice, located in eastern Slovakia, is famous for its rich history and stunning natural scenery, with many historic landmarks and museums that can be explored and appreciated.
Nitra, a city in western Slovakia, is known for its beautiful architecture and rich cultural heritage, with many historic landmarks and museums that can be visited and appreciated.
Trenčín, located in northern Slovakia, is famous for its stunning medieval castle and rich cultural heritage, with many historic landmarks and museums that can be explored and appreciated by visitors.
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Population: 5.5 million
Currency: Euro, € , 1 euro = 100 cents
Language: Slovak, as well as some Hungarian, Romanian and other bordering language
Religion: Christianity 70%, No Religion or unknown 30%
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT/UTC+1), Daylight saying: +1 hr (from last sunday of March to last sunday of October)
Electricity and Plug: Type C & Type E ,AC, 230 volts, 50 Hz.
Type C – Europlug 
Type E
Emergency no: 112 European emergency number,
Fire 150
Medical 155
Police 158
Country code: 00421 or +421
