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Spectacular Slovakia: Culture and travel tips

Inspiration for outings, interesting weekend reads in a weekly overview of news about culture and travel in Slovakia. Compiled by Peter Dlhopolec, published every Friday. Sign up for Spectacular Slovakia newsletter.

Have you got any tips? You can reach Peter at peter.dlhopolec@spectator.sk.

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Weekend: UK daily has noticed wonderful Slovak train

August 12 is World Elephant Day. In the picture, you can see Maja and Gula in the zoo in Bojnice.

Are you ready for a weekend ride? Peter Dlhopolec 12. aug12. Aug 2022, at 9:41

Weekend: Andy Warhol works head to a tripoint peak

An open-air display on Hviezdoslavovo Square in Bratislava celebrates Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee and 70 years of service to the people of the Commnonwealth.

Cheers to the weekend. Peter Dlhopolec 5. aug5. Aug 2022, at 11:17

Weekend: Juraj Slafkovský, a new NHL hope, lists things to do in Košice

Umbrellas are installed up in the air and above the main road in Trstené pri Hornáde near Košice.

Get your own bucket list before you start exploring the Košice Region. Peter Dlhopolec 29. jul29. Jul 2022, at 10:18

Weekend: Run-down synagogue near Bratislava

The Suchá Belá gorge in Slovak Paradise National Park, eastern Slovakia, lacks water. Yet, it is still a great adventure to set out on. In the picture, a hiker climbs a ladder at Misové Waterfalls.

A film, book, and events and places to go to and enjoy on your days off. Peter Dlhopolec 22. jul22. Jul 2022, at 14:03

Weekend: French artist brings science to Bratislava

Photo: An elongated cloud was seen in the Poprad area on July 13, 2022.

Explore Slovakia and listen to a 1980's summer tune that will make you groove. Peter Dlhopolec 15. jul15. Jul 2022, at 9:09

Weekend: Bratislava will get statue inspired by Da Vinci

Trebišov, a small town in eastern Slovakia, finished the renovation of its public swimming pools last year. The new design has received a nomination for the prestigious Slovak architecture award CE ZA AR 2022. Click on the picture to see more pictures of the nominated design.

Tips on what to watch and where to go in one place. Peter Dlhopolec 8. jul8. Jul 2022, at 13:13

Weekend: Trstená’s Hollywood feel

Pohoda Festival will return to Trenčín airport next week. Black Pumas, Sigrid, Lianne La Havas, Wolf Alice, Slowthai are some of the artists to perform at the festival.

A trip to Trstená, lavender fields, or a folk music festival are our weekend tips for you. Peter Dlhopolec 1. jul1. Jul 2022, at 13:25

Weekend: Bratislava is all set for summer

Meet Ukrainian cinematographer Leonid Burlaka through a screen, explore Slovak science, or hop on historical trams. Peter Dlhopolec 24. jun24. Jun 2022, at 15:02

Weekend: Czech tourists poked fun at in a song

British documentary maker Nigel Marven makes a documentary about Slovak wildlife.

A weekly summary of culture and travel in Slovakia, plus weekend events. Peter Dlhopolec 17. jun17. Jun 2022, at 12:23

Weekend: Figure-skating legend to get a film

The exhibition "Začepčený Spiš", which takes place from May 14 to September 30, 2022 in the Podtatranské Museum in Poprad, eastern Slovakia, presents the diversity and beauty of married women's caps in the Spiš region. According to the cap, it was possible to recognise the social status, nationality and also the religious affiliation of a married woman.

Recommendations for the weekend, latest culture news on Bratislava, and feature stories. Peter Dlhopolec 10. jun10. Jun 2022, at 12:32

Weekend: Experience Slovakia's largest Roma estate for yourselves

Bardejov, eastern Slovakia, is another town to have a giant sign placed in its town centre.

Join in a virtual tour across Slovakia, learning more about events and good news from Slovak regions. Peter Dlhopolec 3. jun3. Jun 2022, at 13:57

Weekend: Tourist attraction in Slovak town reminiscent of Turkey and Tunisia

The Zemplínska Šírava dam in eastern Slovakia.

Great events are held in western, central and eastern Slovakia this weekend. Pick your favourite. Peter Dlhopolec 27. may27. May 2022, at 11:34

Weekend: Losing it soon in the largest maze in Central Europe

A clock installed at the Church of the Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle on St. Mary's Square in Žilina, on May 18, 2022.

A book that costs €1,500, Urban Market kicks off in Bratislava, and where to go to relive the 1944 uprising. Peter Dlhopolec 20. may20. May 2022, at 11:20

Weekend: Bratislava's Umbrella Street inspired by a happy painter

A training session of the Slovak national hockey team before the May 13 match against France on May 12, 2022, in Helsinki, Finland.

Find the latest travel and culture news in the Spectacular Slovakia Roundup. Peter Dlhopolec 13. may13. May 2022, at 13:02

Weekend: From "Outlaw Express" ride to hitting ski slopes for the last time

Sheep at the Zbojská saddle, central Slovakia.

"The Bodyguard", a stage musical, has premiered in Slovakia. Join us in listening to the 2021 best-selling album. Peter Dlhopolec 6. may6. May 2022, at 11:34

Weekend: BBC Radio 1 plays her songs. Now she will tour with Imagine Dragons

The opening of another traditional rafting season on the River Váh in Strečno, Žilina Region, in late April 2022.

We've got you covered on the last day of April and Labour Day. Peter Dlhopolec 30. apr30. Apr 2022, at 7:01

Weekend: Yahoo! It's Bratislava City Days again

A symbolic opening of Bratislava City Days in April 2018.

Here's what Bratislava's three-day festival offers throughout the weekend. Peter Dlhopolec 22. apr22. Apr 2022, at 14:57

Weekend: Throwback to unbelievable Easter accidents

An Easter bus on April 8, 2022, in Partizánske, western Slovakia.

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Set out on Easter hikes or watch Slovakia's best films of recent years. Peter Dlhopolec 15. apr15. Apr 2022, at 22:01

Weekend: "Do you have hens?" a UK vlogger asks a Slovak villager

Spring Markets and Flora Bratislava are the two events that are held at Bratislava's Incheba until April 10, 2022.