1. SLOVAKIA

2. Where you can find us? In the heart of europe

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

4. 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)

5. SIGN
SIGNET
SLOVAK SYMBOLS
FLAG
ANTHEM

6. 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

7. 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.

9. 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

10. 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

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

12. 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

13. 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.

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. 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.

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