We might originally be born and raised in Sweden and Finland, but Slovakia is a special country for us. This is the country where we met, where we got together and where we eventually got engaged. We lived in the capital Bratislava for around a year and a half before moving to Sweden. We do, however, return from time to time and always look for a new possible visit.
Slovakia has a lot to offer, historical sights are mixed with the natural wonders of the Tatra Mountains. The country has only been independent for 25 years, but its history is rich from the times being a part of the Kingdom of Hungary and the Czechoslovak Republic. Several towns have the grandiose buildings from the past mixed with the concrete blocks from the Communist era.
Visited: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
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Enjoy our stories from Slovakia!
Let’s talk about food! Slovak cuisine is probably not so known in the world of refined dining but it is very tasty. In this post we will tell you about four foods to try in Bratislava. Let’s be clear: good food is an essential part of a good trip. These are the dishes that we…
Michael’s Gate in Bratislava is the only city gate that is still standing from the medieval fortifications that once surrounded the Slovak capital. The gate is housed in a tower and it is facing towards the north. The Slovak name for the gate is Michalská brána. This is also one of Susann’s absolute favorite places in…
The Church of St. Elisabeth is one of the more remarkable buildings in Bratislava. And it probably is the most cheerful creation in a city that is known for its grey concrete constructions. The name of the church in Slovak is Kostol svätej Alžbety but it is more known as the Little Blue Church (Modrý kostolík…
This is the story of the time when we bumped into a bunker by mistake. While living in Bratislava we really enjoyed talking long walks, sometimes with unexpected end destinations. One time we accidentally ended up at a really unusual place on our way back from a walk to the Austrian border at Kittsee. On…
Just below the hill with the Bratislava Castle, one will find St Martin’s Cathedral, in Slovak Katedrála svätého Martina. The cathedral is visible not only from the castle but also from the Danube and the SNP bridge (Most SNP). Let’s go back in time and talk a little bit about its history. The St Martin’s Cathedral…
Slavín is a war memorial and cemetery located on a hill that forms part of the Little Carpathians, not far from Bratislava City Centre. It was built in the latter half of the 1950s in memory of the 6845 Soviet soldiers who perished during World War II. The area includes an obelisk, a solemn hall,…
Bratislava Castle, in Slovak Bratislavský hrad, is one of the first attractions one will notice when arriving in Bratislava. The majestic white castle watches over the city from a rocky hill along the Danube. Once one climbs that hill, one can admire the Old Town (Staré miasto), Austria and even Hungary. And Petržalka (more about that…
Spooky Bratislava, let’s take a walk on the dark side.Down the narrow alleys,where every step makes a creaking sound.The party is long over,only bottles filled with sadness have been left behind.The castle shines in its loneliness,perhaps as lonely as those kings and queensthat were crowned there once. The pale lights on Kapucínska street,churches, palaces andthe…
Welcome 2016 and happy new year from Bratislava! Bratislava on New Year’s Eve Welcome to Bratislava! The narrow cobblestoned streets in the city’s historical centre is where everyone meets and greets. Locals and visitors alike marvel at the cosy streets and the picturesque buildings. Happiness and an air of expectation are everywhere. The hot wine…