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Following their restoration, the lanterns have been lit up again.
A new archaeological sandpit has opened at Pustý Hrad, near Zvolen, and people can dig out something they can keep as a souvenir.
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Nineteen works entered in the Garden, Park and Detail of 2020 contest.
A bench of love in the Kysuce region has a box where people can leave their confession letters. Some may appear in a local paper.
In August, the Tatras National Park counted tourists, cyclists and dogs in the largest Slovak mountains.
Another Spectacular Slovakia weekly roundup packed with new stories and Bratislava events is ready.
What did Bratislava look like shortly after the Soviet invasion?
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The town of Svätý Jur is surrounded by vast vineyards.
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Abeland features a chalet, a tea house and a church all constructed from timber.
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Visit one of the oldest spas in Slovakia or enjoy amazing panoramic views.
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The town of Sereď houses the only Holocaust museum in Slovakia.
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The Holy Stairs and a Renaissance manor house await visitors of Malacky.
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The Malá Fatra region is home to one of the most vibrant Slovak cities, but it is Terchová and nearby hills that you will fall in love with.
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Hiking, biking and wine-tasting await visitors of the Small Carpathians.
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Concerns of the famous architect who helped develop the valley one century ago have materialised.
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The bilingual game was inspired by the popular pastime of geocaching.
If you're stuck on where to stay in the High Tatras, I would suggest choosing which hikes you want to try first.
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Visit the place where Polish crown jewels were once stored.
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Two Spectacular Slovakia travel podcast episodes have been published this week. Have a listen.
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A Dutch couple arrived in Slovakia 12 years ago and founded a Lazy; farm and camping site.
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- 1. Iranian comedian: I tried to be Slovak. It was a move in the wrong direction
- 2. Coronavirus in Slovakia: 880 new cases confirmed (graphs)
- 3. Grand opening of new Bratislava bus station just weeks away
- 4. Bratislava is ready for White Night. Here's all you need to know
- 5. Slovakia braces for third Covid wave as Health Ministry warns of infection peak in October
- 6. News digest: Number of cases double in a week, state of emergency not ruled out
- 7. Five examples of how artificial intelligence is used in retail
- 8. Pope bid farewell to Slovakia: I carry you all in my heart
- 9. Slovak president's Facebook picture goes viral. Who sewed her folk vest?
- 10. Unvaccinated people face extensive restrictions in several districts