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The small - yet, charming - Bratislava
Set along the Danube River, Bratislava is Slovakia’s largest city and capital, the country’s political, cultural and economic centre. Bratislava is generally considered a beautiful city, with its old-town charm and surrounding hills, vineyards and forests. Bordering both Austria and Hungary on either side makes Bratislava’s history a fascinating one, having been influenced by many nations through the ages.
Despite its relatively small size, Bratislava has a lot offer, especially in terms of history and social aspects. Its renowned 18th century city center is a lively pedestrian paradise where countless cafés and bars can be found. Its medieval architecture climaxes on the reconstructed Bratislava Castle ‘Staré Mesto’, which overlooks the old town. Other noteworthy sights include St.Martin’s Church, St. Michael’s Gate and the Hungarian Blue Church. There are many reasons why the city is a growing destination among travelers, being an affordable city offering modern shopping, tasty local cuisine, a thriving art scene and hosting many international sports events. For those who are interested in partaking in a vibrant nightlife it definitely won’t disappoint.
Since Bratislava is easily accessible on foot, taking a free walking tour is the perfect way to delve into your surroundings. Gaze upon medieval houses and palaces and hear about critical periods in human history that took place in Bratislava.
