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Pukanec is home to the largest population of black mulberries
The little-known village of Pukanec has more stories to tell.Anna Fay, Peter Dlhopolec, 2. Apr 2020, at 11:47
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Spectacular Slovakia
Who is the man who welcomes visitors to Bratislava's Main Square?
Schöner Náci was a real historical figure.Compiled by Spectator staff, 2. Apr 2020, at 7:00
Via ferrata hikes are closed
Coronavirus is the reason.Compiled by Spectator staff, 1. Apr 2020, at 22:15
Štrbské Pleso ski resort empty
Snow but no skiers.Compiled by Spectator staff, 1. Apr 2020, at 14:02
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Revište a Šášov castles: the road to history
Two monumental castles were built mirror-like in the 13th century.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková30. Mar 2020, at 11:45
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Calvary near Banská Štiavnica
Štiavnické Bane is also worth a visit.Compiled by Spectator staff, 29. Mar 2020, at 9:25
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Air at Štrbské Pleso is 29 times healthier than in Bratislava
Experts examine the number of solid nanoparticles in the air.Compiled by Spectator staff, 28. Mar 2020, at 9:35
Spectacular Slovakia Weekly
Ancient coins in the east, “Rubberneck” in the west
Read a roundup of travel and culture stories for March 23-29, 2020.Compiled by Spectator staff, 27. Mar 2020, at 3:57
Spectacular Slovakia Podcast
A hike in Belianske Tatry resembles a walk on Mars
Belianske Tatry was closed in 1978, but not completely.Peter Dlhopolec, 26. Mar 2020, at 16:18
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Man at work sign is one of Bratislava's most popular landmarks
Most tourists don't leave Bratislava without a picture with the iconic Čumil.Compiled by Spectator staff, 26. Mar 2020, at 7:00
Former cake shop in Brezno will become communism museum
Town called on citizens to contribute and donate interesting exhibits.Compiled by Spectator staff, 25. Mar 2020, at 13:29
Migratory birds migrate above Zemplín
Storks and cranes arrive.Compiled by Spectator staff, 24. Mar 2020, at 14:04
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Hike from Podlesok to Kláštorisko and Malý Kyseľ
Look at the photos in our gallery.Compiled by Spectator staff, 23. Mar 2020, at 12:58
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Visual Pyramid will disappear from Súľov in autumn
The pyramid was temporarily placed in Súľov. It attracted many people and the village is not interested in extending the pyramid's lifetime.Compiled by Spectator staff, 21. Mar 2020, at 9:25
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Spectacular Slovakia Weekly
Why people need "šnuptychel"
Read a roundup of travel and culture stories for March 16-22, 2020.Compiled by Spectator staff, 20. Mar 2020, at 5:15
Spectacular Slovakia Podcast
Čadca-based internationals climbed Veľký Rozsutec peak
The peak was one of Suna’s and Sebastian’s first hikes in Slovakia.Peter Dlhopolec, 19. Mar 2020, at 15:17
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The cradle of Slovakia's theatre in Bratislava
Historical building of the Slovak National Theatre was designed by famous duo of architects.Compiled by Spectator staff, 19. Mar 2020, at 7:00
Peaceful panorama of Hrhov ponds
Views of surrounding nature not restricted by new vegetation.Compiled by Spectator staff, 18. Mar 2020, at 13:56
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Slovakia: Land of Miracles
Cycle to the prehistoric sea and ride on a unique train.Gabriela Psotková, Valéria Polovková16. Mar 2020, at 12:50
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- 1. PM Matovič floats the idea of a "blackout" to kill the coronavirus in Slovakia
- 2. PM wants Slovakia to be an island of hope for Europe, carmakers prolong halt (news digest)
- 3. Coronavirus measures work. Very few severe cases in Slovakia so far
- 4. Why is there no yeast on supermarket shelves in Slovakia?
- 5. Slovakia has 26 new coronavirus cases
- 6. Prediction of coronavirus in Slovakia: New model counts with fewer infected cases
- 7. Former military premises in Bratislava forests open to public Photo
- 8. Coronavirus might prompt a reform Slovakia's schools have needed for a long time
- 9. Man from Bojnice hospital probably first coronavirus-related death in Slovakia (news digest) Photo
- 10. Who is the man who welcomes visitors to Bratislava's Main Square?
- 1. Coronavirus measures work. Very few severe cases in Slovakia so far
- 2. PM Matovič floats the idea of a "blackout" to kill the coronavirus in Slovakia
- 3. Slovakia has 26 new coronavirus cases
- 4. Prediction of coronavirus in Slovakia: New model counts with fewer infected cases
- 5. Man from Bojnice hospital probably first coronavirus-related death in Slovakia (news digest) Photo
- 6. The coronavirus disease may peak in mid-July in Slovakia (news digest) Photo
- 7. PM wants Slovakia to be an island of hope for Europe, carmakers prolong halt (news digest)
- 8. Data on sick people published, containing exact streets, age and gender
- 9. Masks will be obligatory, new measures mainly aimed at the elderly
- 10. Why is there no yeast on supermarket shelves in Slovakia?
- 1. Slovakia has 26 new coronavirus cases
- 2. Coping with the coronavirus: Slovakia opens some shops but tightens hygienic measures
- 3. Coronavirus measures work. Very few severe cases in Slovakia so far
- 4. PM Matovič floats the idea of a "blackout" to kill the coronavirus in Slovakia
- 5. Masks will be obligatory, new measures mainly aimed at the elderly
- 6. How the state plans to help companies and the self-employed
- 7. The coronavirus disease may peak in mid-July in Slovakia (news digest) Photo
- 8. Prediction of coronavirus in Slovakia: New model counts with fewer infected cases
- 9. Man from Bojnice hospital probably first coronavirus-related death in Slovakia (news digest) Photo
- 10. Three pieces of good news from Slovakia and the Czech Republic about coronavirus