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Slovakia Map

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General Information

Slovakia, a Central European country, is famous for its mountains, castles, and Bratislava.

Where Slovakia is Located

Slovakia is a landlocked country in Central Europe, bordered by Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, Hungary to the south, Austria to the southwest, and the Czech Republic to the northwest. It features the Carpathian Mountains, including the High Tatras, and historic towns like Bratislava, its capital, on the Danube River.

Landscape of slovakia

Slovakia’s High Tatras (part of the Carpathians) feature glacial valleys like Mengusovská and Lomnický Štít Peak (2,634m). The Slovak Paradise National Park’s gorges and waterfalls contrast with the Low Tatras’ limestone caves (Demänovská Ice Cave). The Danube River forms the Iron Gates gorge, while the Váh River carves through the Liptov Basin. The Domica Cave system in the Slovak Karst (UNESCO) spans into Hungary, and the Spiš Castle ruins crown travertine hills.

Climate of slovakia

Slovakia has a continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The weather is marked by significant temperature differences between seasons. Winters are cold, with snow common, especially in the mountainous regions of the High Tatras. Summers are warm, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F). Rainfall is spread evenly throughout the year, with the wettest months being in late spring and early summer.