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Slovakia is not about jaw-dropping sights and superlatives; it's about experiencing a place less touched by the glitz and glam of its more famous neighbours. Outside the cities you can still find traditional villages, folk traditions and tourist trails meandering through the hilly countryside.
A plethora of fortresses and castles pays testament to the history of conquerors and domination in this small country, independent only since 1993. Foreign influences can be seen in the 18th century rococo town buildings, Gothic churches and a few 15th-century town squares.
Fast Facts
Country Full Name
Slovak Republic
Population
5,447,502
Currency
Name: Slovak Koruna
Code: SKK
Symbol: Sk
Languages Spoken
Official: Slovak
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +1
Country Dialing Code
+421
Weights & Measures
Metric
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