Places To Visit If You’re In Slovakia For the First Time

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Situated in the center of Europe, Slovakia is home to picturesque towns with rugged castles, Gothic churches, and expansive lush forests, as well as a laid-back cafe culture and winding streets that are perfect for people-watching. It also shares borders with the Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Austria, and Ukraine.

Spas and geothermal waters abound, and visitors may unwind in an aquatic park or enjoy a variety of winter sports in the nearby Carpathian Mountains. Travel with us as we visit spa cities, preserved villages, open-air museums, collapsed volcanoes, frozen lakes, and more in this intriguing unexplored nation.

1. The Caves of the Slovak Karst

Slovak Karst, Slovakia
Too far, only around 400 of the over 2,500 caves in Slovakia have been investigated. The caverns in the Slovak Karst area are protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Therefore spelunking enthusiasts shouldn’t miss a trip to the region. The Ochtinská Aragonite Cave is one of the world’s three known Aragonite caves. If you’re feeling courageous, you may also take a boat trip on a river named after the River Styx, the waterway that, according to Greek mythology, was necessary to cross to enter the Underworld.

2. Košice, Slovakia

Košice, Slovakia
Known for its beautiful atmosphere and skillful blending of old and contemporary, Kosice was proclaimed the European Capital of Culture in 2013. Discover the medieval architecture of the Old Town, where many structures have been preserved for future generations. Stop by St. Elisabeth Cathedral and the adjoining St. Michael Chapel, constructed in the 14th century, are excellent examples of Gothic architecture. The East Slovak Gallery is a monument to Slovak art. The East Slovak Museum is excellent for learning about Slovakia’s history.

3. Poprad, Slovakia

Slovakia, Poprad

Popular among Slovaks as a vacation spot, Poprad is also the starting point for trips into the High Tatra Mountains on the Tatra Electric Railway. The city’s historic core is home to notable examples of Baroque and Renaissance architecture, such as the Renaissance Bell Tower and the Church of John the Baptist. Visit Aqua City Poprad to take in the city’s sights and enjoy the city’s thermal waters, saunas, and other family-friendly attractions like water tobogganing and playgrounds. Biking pathways can be found all around the city. They may also be used for roller skating, another popular pastime in the metropolis.

4. Spiš, Slovakia

Spis, Slovakia
Spis, a town close to the Polish border, is home to the impressive Spis Castle, a 12th-century fortress included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The castle was built in the Romanesque style from stone with walls to defend it from marauders, and it is now available to the public, who may tour the edifice and visit the castle museum. The museum is a must-see for history buffs, with displays including medieval torture implements.

5. The National Park of Slovak Paradise

The National Park of Slovak Paradise, Slovakia
There are nine national parks in Slovakia, and one of the best places to see native flora and animals is Slovak Paradise National Park. The park has woods, beautiful park grounds, and chilling caverns. Over 300 kilometers of paths cater to hikers of all fitness levels. The park is also a popular destination for cyclists and birdwatchers. In addition to the cave, which is one of the few in the area that is accessible to the public, the park has canyons, ravines, lakes, and gorges, as well as the famed UNESCO World Heritage Site Dobinská Ice Cave, which is essentially an area of frozen water within a cave.
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