Slovakia is small central-European country that became independent in 1993, following the break up of the former Czechoslovakia. Even though the country lies close to central Europe's large tourist centres – Vienna, Budapest and Prague – it was (is) relatively little known. Nonetheless with a multitude of natural beauty spots and architectural sites concentrated in relatively small area, it is certainly a very interesting destination.
 
Most of the country is mountainous with deep forests spreading all over its northern part. Slovakia is known for its numerous and impressive mountain ranges. One of the country’s biggest attraction are High Tatras, Slovakia’s highest mountains. They are characterized by deep valleys dotted with traditional peasant villages and steep rocky peaks. Here is found Slovakia’s highest mountain, the 2,655-metre-high Gerlach.

Capital city: Bratislava (450.000 inhabitants)
Population: 5.5 million
Land area: 49.035 sq km
Language: Slovak (very similar to Czech)
Independence: January 01, 1993
EU member: May 2004
National currency: Slovak Crown (SKK)
Religion: Roman Catholic (60 %), Greek Catholic, Lutheran, Russian Orthodox
Climate: Continental climate with distinctive rotation of seasons.
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT+1)
Elevation: 94 m - 2.655 m
National Parks: Seven
International dialling number: +421
Visa: Tourists from most countries (EU, USA, etc) do not need visa. A valid passport is required only.
Electricity: 220V, 50Hz
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To find out more about Slovakia click on:
Slovakia's Tourist Board
Slovakia attractions, maps …
Lonely Planet Slovakia
The Guide to the Slovak Republic