SLOVAKIA

Where you can find us? In the heart of europe

Take a closer view Our neighboring states Ukraine Poland Austria Czech republic Austria Hungary

SOME Basic facts Date of birth: 1918-Czechoslovakia 1993-Slovakia (independent) Population: over 5 milion inhabitants The capital and the largest city: Bratislava Official language: Slovak Currency: Euro President: Andrej Kiska (2014-up to now)

SIGN SIGNET SLOVAK SYMBOLS FLAG ANTHEM

Capital BrATISLAVA Population: about 450 000 citizens Location: southwestern Slovakia Through this city runs the European second largest river: DANUBE -political, cultural and economic centre of Slovakia -the seat of the Slovak president, the parliament -home to several universities, museums, theatres, galleries

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT SLOVAKIA World’s highest number of castles-This is one of the most interesting facts about Slovakia that surprises travellers who have never visited Slovakia. Just imagine an incredible number of 180 castles. The most popular castles such as Bratislava castle, Orava castle or Bojnice castle draw 1000s of visitors every year. More than 6000 caves-Yes, it’s true. More than 6000 caves have been discovered in Slovakia so far! First reservation of folk architecture in the world- The village of Čičmany in Northern Slovakia,village is famous especially for its traditional wooden houses. Geographical midpoint of Europe-Near the village Kremnické Bane in Slovakia, right next to the St. John Baptist Church, is located the geographical midpoint of Europe.

Other sightseeings Spiš Castle – The largest castle complex in Europe Ochtinská Aragonite Cave – The only aragonite cave in Europe Dobšinská Ice Cave – One of the biggest ice caves in Europe Wooden Bridge in Kolárovo – The longest wooden bridge in Europe Lomnický štít-High Tatras

Skok waterfalls in High Tatras Tour around Bratislava in Prešporáčik Banska Stiavnica-town Monument Reserve of Folk Architecture-Vlkolinec Wooden Churches of the Slovak part of the Carpathian Mountain Big Fatra,Little Fatra Slovak national theatre High Tatras-Gerlachovský štít

Our national food Funnel cake Potato pancakes Moravský cake Dumplings with sheep cheese Cabbage soup Pierogis stuffed with sheep cheese

FOLklore national dance It is our typical national dance Folklore Festival “Východná”  is the oldest and largest nationwide festival with international participation Folklore belongs among the greatest pride of the country

National instrument Our national instrument is called “fujara”. A flute instrument that is almost as tall as the man playing it. Its lenght is 1.7 meters.

Traditions Cold water and wicker whips for Easter This holiday tradition dates back to the ninth century, when it was believed that dowsing women with cold water would make them healthy for the upcoming spring season. Girls are expected to give the boys a boiled egg or a candy bar as a thanks for being soaked with cold water Keeping fish in the bathtub before Christmas This tradition came about because eating carp at Christmas is supposed to bring good luck. Keeping the fish in the bathtub also ensures that it stays fresh right up until Christmas Day. The carp is often served fried with a potato salad as a traditional Slovak Christmas food.

Traditions Taking a tree from the forest to decorate for May Day May 1 is a national holiday in Slovakia, and there is no school or work. Instead, the men go out into the forests to find tall trees to use as May poles. The Slovak traditional May pole is a tall tree which has been stripped of all of its branches .To these branches, Slovaks tie colorful ribbons which symbolize love, new life, and good growth. The May poles stay up in front of community centers until June 1.

elementary school with the nursery school of king svätopluk šintava Adress: Mierové námestie 10, Šintava Teachers: 11 Pupils: about 115 Classes: 9 Director: PhDr. PaedDr. Martin Bodis, PhD.

Šintava Population: about 1 724 citizens Mayor: Miroslav Holička Through our village runs river VÁH-the longest Slovak river. We also have a rowing club that won many competitions. There are many traditional events like: May Day International Childrens Day Feast Grape harvesting In our village are two parks,beautiful square and many other things for your eyes.

Thanks for your attention ! V.Lukačovičová P.Čambálová V.Bábyová L.Krivosudská L.Petríková E. Válkyová T. Javor K. Vašková