Slovakia: Capital, Flag and Fun Facts

About Slovakia

Slovakia is a landlocked country in central Europe. The north is full of mountains, including the high Tatras, while the south has lowlands along the Danube. It is known for castles, caves, mountain hiking and car factories.

About Bratislava

Bratislava lies on the Danube River in the southwest of Slovakia, and it is the only national capital that borders two other countries, Austria and Hungary. Its castle sits on a hill above the river.

Fun facts about Slovakia

1. Gerlachovský štít, at 2,655 metres, is the highest peak in the Tatras, the highest range of the Carpathians.
2. Bratislava is the only capital city in the world that borders two other countries.
3. The Dobšiná Ice Cave, filled with thick ice all year round, is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
4. Banská Štiavnica, an old silver-mining town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
5. Slovakia makes more cars per person than almost any other country in the world.
6. Bryndzové halušky, small potato dumplings with sheep cheese, is Slovakia's national dish.