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19/02/2024

Did you know that there are currently just over 750 000 Slovaks living in the USA?

the largest number of people with Slovak ancestry live in the state of Pennsylvania.

According to historical records, as many as 100 000 Slovaks arrived to Pittsburgh in the 1890s, mainly because the area reminded them of their native land, but also to work in the local coal mines.

The Slovak Studies Program is taught at the local University of Pittsburgh, which is attended by 27,000 students. People here learn about Slovak culture and traditions, and in November they also organise the Slovak Heritage Festival, where visitors can taste our typical dishes, listen to folklore and more.

21/11/2023

06/11/2023

Unlock the potential of the mountain rage of the High Tatras.

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23/03/2023

On the edge of a small cemetery situated on a hill above the village of Háj near the Zadiel valley, there stands a monumental sculpture of a shot angel with a wing torn-off. This is a prop that has been left here after filming the famous Hollywood blockbuster Behind the Enemy Lines (2001).

The main role in the film was played by actors Owen Wilson and Gene Hackman. The film, with a budget of 40 million US dollars, was also shot in Slovakia and the aforementioned props were eventually donated to the village of Háj. After the filming was finished, it was transported by helicopter to the local cemetery, to the so-called Angel's Way.

The statue is 15 meters high and is made of polystyrene, which is coated with laminate. The statue stands at the end of the so-called "Angel Road", which allegedly leads over the village Háj.

10/03/2023

Spiš Castle is one of the Slovakia’s most famous castle ruin and is now among the largest castle complexes on the continent, covering over 4 hectares.

Whilst a first incarnation Spis Castle was begun in the 12th century, this collapsed due to tectonic shifts. It was thus in the early 13th century that the Spis Castle we see today has its roots, built in anticipation of Mongol incursions.

11/01/2023

The region of Gemer and Tokaj are the pearls of tourism in Slovakia. Not very well known commercially so far, these areas do not hide their enormous potential.

As an incoming subject in cooperation with a foreign partner, it will be my pleasure to provide operational services for foreign travel entities who would consider to add Slovakia to their itinerary map.

Let´s unlock the full potential of tourism in Slovakia. 🤜

31/12/2022

The magnificent panorama of the second largest lake is a caress to the soul at any time of the year for visitors of the national treasure of slovakia, the High Tatras.

15/12/2022

It 1970 the World Nordic Ski Championships were held in the High Tatras. At that time there was a large-scale construction and with it the launch of the new cog railway and new Tatra trams. The electric cog railway started running on February 12, 1970.

The track is 5 km long and overcomes a high climb. It climbs from an altitude of 900 m above sea level, from the station Štrba up to 1350 m above sea level to Štrbské pleso.

The original rolling stock consisted of 3 sets, which were manufactured in the Brown, Boveri and Winterthur factories in Baden, Switzerland, where they have many years of experience with cogwheels.

The Tatra cogwheel ran for 50 years and unfortunately that was the limit of its service life. In addition, spare parts could no longer be found, so the decision was made to completely reconstruct it.

As part of the complete modernisation, everything was replaced, including the new gearboxes. 5 new hybrid vehicles came to the Tatras to complement the Tatra trams. The new sets were again supplied by the Swiss. The supplier is Stadler.

12/12/2022

The tomb of the leader of the last anti-Habsburg uprising was built after the permission to transport the remains of Ferenc II. Rákóczi and his companions from Turkey, which was issued by Emperor Franz Joseph. In 1906, the remains of his mother Helena Zrínská, son Joseph, aide-de-camp Berczény, General Esterházy and court master Šibrik were also placed there.

The Shield Bearer is the beautiful statue at the entrance to Ferenc Rákóczi’s II. crypt with his coat of arms .

The St.Elisabeth cathedral and the crypt are among the most visited cultural monuments in Košice. More than 20 000 tourists visit the crypt every year.

06/12/2022

A statue of the immaculate conception of the Virgin Mary crowns Košice's 14m-high 'plague column'. Raised in 1723, this masterful baroque sculpture is a symbol of gratitude for Košice surviving numerous plagues and wars, in particular an epidemic in 1709–10.

01/12/2022

Cross-country skiing belongs to winter in the High Tatras as much as downhill skiing or ski mountaineering. There are excellent cross-country skiing trails in each of the Tatra villages with a total length of more than 64 km.

The largest cross-country skiing area in the High Tatras is Štrbské Pleso. It offers 7 professionally groomed cross-country skiing circuits ranging in length from 0.5 to 5 km and professional and amateur races are organized here. The SNOW cross-country skiing area can be used during the whole winter season thanks to artificial snow. ❄️

28/11/2022

Beautiful historical palace (National Cultural Monument) in the centre of Košice built in neo-Gothic style. In fact, it is a bourgeois villa with a garden and two large apartments.

It catches the eye of every visitor to Košice and was built between 1899 and 1903 in memory of King Matthias Corvinus by the designer Ing. Arpád Jakab, after whom it was named.

Interestingly, in the construction of the palace were also used discarded stone parts from the Dome of St. Elizabeth.
During the period of April-May 1945, the Jakab´s Palace was the seat of the President of Czechoslovakia, Dr. Edvard Beneš.

22/11/2022

The potential of High Tatras offer endless possibilities for tourism all year round. Just as the nature is beautiful in summer and autumn, in winter its scenery transforms into a snowy magical place like a winter fairy tale.

In the coming winter months, Slovakia will turn into a winter sports paradise. One of the most popular winter sports, which is gaining more and more popularity every year, is cross-country skiing, or if you prefer, Nordic skiing.

For enthusiasts of this sport, there is no better place to start than the centre of tourism in the High Tatras, Štrbské Pleso.

The highest mountain village in Slovakia with a mountain lake of the same name offers 8 loops ranging in length from 1.4 km to 2.5 km. Nearby cross-country skiing stadium, which provides good conditions for beginners and intermediates.

Štrbské Pleso provides everything you need, including hotels of several types, both modern and traditional, Slovak restaurants, bars and Tatras Tower.

The "Mecca" of tourism of the High Tatras has it all. 🤜

The winter season starts soon, from December 15, 2022.

https://www.toursbylocals.com/Full-Day-Hiking-Tour-High-Tatras-Kosice

17/11/2022

The Dominican church is the oldest church in the city and the oldest preserved building in Košice.

It was built around 1290, the first written report from 1303. The oldest part of the church is the nave, which is still Romanesque and originally had narrow windows, which were enlarged during the Baroque reconstruction into the present shape.

The sanctuary with its support system is Gothic and so is the tower, which is built at the northern junction of the nave with the sanctuary, as prescribed by law for mendicant orders.

Walls are covered by frescos by Štefan Vörös from the period of 1750 – 1758. The blue ceiling is remarkable, it gives impression that the church has no roof.

24/10/2022

The hiking season in the High Tatras is slowly coming to an end, but the beginning of the winter season is just around the corner.

The autumn in High Tatras is definitely one of the most beautiful seasons during the year. Štrbské Mountain-Lake is the most famous and the most visited lake in the High Tatras.

The lake offers the last sunny autumn days which are best used for hiking. Near the lake there is a waterfall called "Skok".

26/09/2022

The ruins of Spiš Castle form one of the largest castle sites in Central Europe. The castle is situated above the town of Spišské Podhradie and the village of Žehra, in the region known as Spiš. It was included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1993.

Several movies like Dragonheart (1996), Phoenix, Kull the Conqueror, The Lion in Winter or The Last Legion were filmed here.

19/09/2022

A church bell installed in the tower has been dedicated to Saint Urban, the patron of vinedressers. The bell was cast in a mould by the bell-founder Franciscus Illenfeld of Olomouc in 1557. Its weight is seven tonnes.

06/09/2022

Thanks to the reconstruction of archaeological research of the Main Street in Košice were in the 90s of the 20th century uncovered underground areas of the former Lower gate that was part of the medieval city fortifications. 🔼

In these sites the city has established a unique Lower gate underground archaeological museum. The visitor discovers a mysterious underground spaces towers, ramparts, bastions and fortifications, and other structures from ancient times. 🏛

02/09/2022

Did you know that High Tatras was named by Lonely Planet as the European destination of 2019?🇪🇺

The national treasure of Slovakia has unique vibes and endless possibilities for every traveller. 🏔

Join us and unlock the true potential of the moutains! 🔓

01/09/2022

The historical Town hall, which was built from 1779 to 1780 provides stunning halls and representational premises. The official office of the mayor of Kosice is situated in these premises as well. 🏫

29/08/2022

To the south of the Cathedral of St Elizabeth there is a Gothic chapel dedicated to the patron saint of the dead with a former ossuary in its cellars. 🏛

The chapel is devoted to Archangel Michael. His statue depicting the judging of the dead souls is placed above the entrance to the chapel. ⛪️

21/08/2022

Popradské pleso is located in the Mengusov valley at an altitude of 1 500 AMSL. 🌊

Popradské pleso is the fourth largest in the Tatras, with a depth of 17 metres and an area of 6.88 hectares. ⛰

19/08/2022

On the border with Hungary there is a new winery that offers excellent tastings of Tokaj wine as well as pleasant seating with quality food.

The wine is made from grapes from our own vineyards in the Bara region of Tokaj, covering an area of about 60 hectares.

12/08/2022

Domica Cave lies on the Slovak-Hungarian border and is part of a 25 km long cave system, out of which a quarter is located in Slovakia. It is a large (the largest in the Slovak Karst) and gorgeous. No wonder that UNESCO has added it to its list.

Underground shrine in the Dome of mysteries served as an iconic space 5-6 thousand years ago.

10/08/2022

Sigismund's Tower is the northern tower of the magnificent St. Elizabeth's Cathedral.

It's height is 60 metres. Whoever decides to climb it has to take about 161 steps.

The staircase is very narrow and the steps are high, so the ascent and descent are quite difficult but the reward is a breathtaking view of part of the city of Košice.

There are several "resting places" along the way. In one there are two bells, in one there is a clockwork mechanism.

09/08/2022

Located in the centre of Košice, The Singing Fountain is something you do not want to miss.
Here, you will see the fountains dancing to the rhythm of music which is quite entertaining and a treat to the eyes. ⛲️

At night, it turns into a magical place with the addition of different colored lights.
Unwind yourself after a hectic day at The Singing Fountain and enjoy some quality time. 🤗

07/08/2022

The unique symbol of the Kosice, Cathedral of St.Elisabeth, attracts tourists with the great location right in the centre of the city.

Construction work on the cathedral started around 1380. It is the furthest east western-style gothic cathedral in Europe, as well as the biggest temple in Slovakia with 1200m2 of area and up to 5000 people of capacity. 🇸🇰

Inside of the Cathedral there are many historical subjects such as: The fascinating Altar of St. Elisabeth, a rare gothic double spiral staircase – one of just five of the kind in europe, the crypt of the leader of the biggest anti-Habsburg uprising in the former Kingdom of Hungary, Francis II Rákóczi, and also a sundial from 1477.