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New record: Visibility from Kráľova Hoľa exceeded 300 kilometres
It was possible to observe the Apuseni Mountains in Romania.Compiled by Spectator staff, 18. Feb 2020, at 6:23
Where the Slovak language was born: Uhrovec
Several personalities were born in the village, including Ľudovít Štúr and Alexander Dubček.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková17. Feb 2020, at 11:45
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Liptov in wintertime
Liptov is an ideal place to relax, get to know Slovak folklore and nature, swim in all weather conditions, but also to try adrenaline sports.17. Feb 2020, at 0:00
A new, 36-metre high tower will look out over Levoča
Construction will begin in spring.Compiled by Spectator staff, 15. Feb 2020, at 9:00
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SNM building in Bratislava is a rare example of Slovakia's 1920s architecture
Get to know the building of the Natural History Museum in central Bratislava.Compiled by Spectator staff, 14. Feb 2020, at 10:51
Novelty on Google Street View: Check Tatra mountain chalets
Have you visited either of them?Compiled by Spectator staff, 13. Feb 2020, at 13:40
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This is the most romantic place to go in 2020
Welcome to the town where the longest love poem in the world was born.Compiled by Spectator staff, 12. Feb 2020, at 21:41
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8 great breaks on Valentine’s Day weekend in Slovakia
These dates may walk you through your Valentine’s Day.Compiled by Spectator staff, 11. Feb 2020, at 14:22
New ski resort opened in Liptov
Plan to open a trail for cross-country skiers and evening skiing.Compiled by Spectator staff, 10. Feb 2020, at 23:53
The steepest and hardest ski slope in Slovakia is open
It has more than 200 centimetres of natural snow.Compiled by Spectator staff, 10. Feb 2020, at 13:30
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Waterside adventures in eastern Slovakia
The village of Oborín welcomes tourists for boating, cycling, bird-watching and horse-drawn carriages.Compiled by Spectator staff, 8. Feb 2020, at 10:54
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First bikesharing crossing border in Europe: On a bike between Slovakia and Hungary
Citizens and visitors of Štúrovo and Ostrihom can rent bikes and use them in both towns.Compiled by Spectator staff, 6. Feb 2020, at 13:54
Ice Express hits the tracks again
There are organised hikes in Slovenský Raj and advantageous prices of tickets to ski resorts on the train route.Compiled by Spectator staff, 4. Feb 2020, at 14:01
Lost in a dark forest: Flochová mountain
The extinct stratovolcanos of Central Slovakia. Once they affected the climate all around the world. From the mining towns of Central Slovakia they created the medieval Kuwait.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková3. Feb 2020, at 11:40
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Ideal for a winter trip
The Háj lookout tower offers views over Nová Baňa.Compiled by Spectator staff, 2. Feb 2020, at 9:30
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Bratislava travel guide: Lost in Bratislava? Impossible with this City Guide!
300 images of the city and region, info on more than 130 tourist spots, 26 travel feature stories, a suggested seven-day itinerary, a calendar of events, 3D aerial drawing1. Feb 2020, at 11:25
Various faces of the Danube islands
See the winning photography.Compiled by Spectator staff, 1. Feb 2020, at 9:35
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Two mines near Bratislava that provide you with a breath of fresh air
Get on a tram and walk up two hills: Malá Baňa and Veľká Baňa.Peter Dlhopolec, 30. Jan 2020, at 12:25
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Filmmakers wake up at 3am to capture nature in the Tatras
Their videos feature bears and wolves in their natural habitats.Ľubica Stančíková29. Jan 2020, at 22:16
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Views like a winter fairy-tale
Hike to the second highest peak of the Trenčín region.Compiled by Spectator staff, 28. Jan 2020, at 23:44
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- 4. Pellegrini visited Hungarian-Serbian border shortly before election
- 5. The campaign goes to parliament after the last polls
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- 7. Kočner set up escape plan the day of arrest
- 8. Forget Romeo and Juliet. A Slovak Verona recounts a real-life love story Audio
- 9. Vlhová wins the slalom race in Slovenia Video
- 10. 2020 election sees unprecedented mobilisation of Roma
- 1. Indian manager in Bratislava: I wish Slovaks focused on emotional intelligence more Photo
- 2. Brownfields in Bratislava make up an area the size of Lamač Photo
- 3. Slovakia may lose about one-half of its water sources
- 4. Vlhová wins the slalom race in Slovenia Video
- 5. The Year of the Ruthenian village
- 6. Forget Romeo and Juliet. A Slovak Verona recounts a real-life love story Audio
- 7. 2020 election sees unprecedented mobilisation of Roma
- 8. Kočner set up escape plan the day of arrest
- 9. Vlhová second after Robinson in women's giant slalom event in Slovenia
- 10. Gigafactory in Slovakia is closer
- 1. Indian manager in Bratislava: I wish Slovaks focused on emotional intelligence more Photo
- 2. Slovakia may lose about one-half of its water sources
- 3. Gigafactory in Slovakia is closer
- 4. Which areas of Bratislava house the most people?
- 5. Brownfields in Bratislava make up an area the size of Lamač Photo
- 6. Slovak election to test Orbán’s clout among ethnic Hungarians
- 7. Forget Romeo and Juliet. A Slovak Verona recounts a real-life love story Audio
- 8. Bratislava airport will get rid of a crashed plane after seven years
- 9. 8 great breaks on Valentine’s Day weekend in Slovakia
- 10. Two Slovaks evacuated from Wuhan quarantined in Banská Bystrica Video