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About Slovakia
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
CLIMATE IN SLOVAKIA
WHY SLOVAKIA
The dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire at the close of World War I allowed the Slovaks to join the closely related Czechs to form Czechoslovakia. Following the chaos of World War II, Czechoslovakia became a Communist nation within Soviet-dominated Eastern Europe. Soviet influence collapsed in 1989 and Czechoslovakia once more became free. The Slovaks and the Czechs agreed to separate peacefully on 1 January 1993. Slovakia joined both NATO and the EU in the spring of 2004.
Slovakia is a parliamentary democratic republic with a multi-party system. Landlocked country in Central Europe with population of over 5 milion and area of about 49 000 square kilometers (19 000 square miles). It borders the Czech Republic and Austria to the west, Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east and Hungary to the south.
Slovakia is a member state of the European Union, NATO, UN, OECD, WTO.
The main cities are Bratislava (capital), Kosice, Prešov.
We still use Slovak Crown as a currency but we are going to convert to Euro in January 2009. One Slovak Crown equals to more or less 30,126 euro (fixed conversion rate until January 2009).
Slovakia, while only small in size, is richly endowed with tourist attractions. In its terrain and in the variety of its tourist attractions, Slovakia is similar to Switzerland and Austria. Slovakia is characterized by large and interesting national parks, beautiful caves and ancient town represent. Slovakia offers a complete and varied list of activities for tourists. Thanks to an integrated network of communication and transport routes (airports, buses, trains, taxi...) ease of travel within the country is assured.
Slovakia has rich cultural and historical heritage, and is recognized as such by the UNESCO-protected sites. Many fortified castles, constructed during different historical eras, are located in exceptionally beautiful sites, most of which have been restored. Each city contains museums which allow visitors to discover Slovakia`s cultural treasures, unique thanks to folklore which is still alive today. These museums record the many historical developments which have changed Europe through the ages. The wonderful natural beauty of the country is however the most striking thing to the casual visitor.
In summer, thanks to the many beautiful mountainous regions of Slovakia hiking is a favorite activity which allows the visitor to discover the impressive landscapes of the Carpathian Mountains and to take advantage of the national parks and state nature preserves.
In winter, because of favorable snowfalls, skiing is a favorite sport in Slovakia with its extensive ski areas, which are easily accessible and which offer all modern conveniences and security. Top-level equipment in an exceptional natural environment (High Tatras, Low Fatra, Low Tatras) makes it possible to welcome skiers from all Europe, and all of this at very reasonable prices. Many other activities await you: hiking, rock-climbing, cycling, swimming, exploring the natural landscape, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and many more...
Slovakia, is also well-known for its spa towns. The best-known of them, Piestany, attracts visitors from all over Europe and internationally. Slovakia has a unique cave network, including ice caves, which is comparable to any throughout the world. Several of the worlds biggest caves are to be found in Slovakia.
Our climate is temperate. Average temperatures in January range is - 2. Although at night during winter the temperature may fall to -18. Average temperatures in July is about 25.
The average annual temperature is about 8–9 °C (46–48 °F). The average temperature of the hottest month is about 22 °C (66 °F) and the average temperature of the coldest month is less than ?3 °C (26 °F). This kind of climate can be found at Košická kotlina and Východoslovenská nížina. It is the typical climate of the city of Košice.
There is a one hour plus time difference while travelling from the UK or Ireland (GMT+1).Climate of lowlands with dominance of continental influences
We are very friendly, hospitable and hard-working. Education is a main issue among young generation and working group up to 40. It is not rare to meet students above 35.
Looking for more information about Slovakia? Take a look at those links:
Little Big Country
Information portal of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Slovakia
People considering cosmetic surgery abroad face a huge problem: which country to choose. Slovakia is one of the popular directions along with Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, India or Tunisia. There are at least several reasons why to choose Slovakia:
CLIMATE IN SLOVAKIA
WHY SLOVAKIA
SLOVAKIA
Before travelling abroad it is always a good idea to collect some information on a place you are going to. If you travel to Slovakia you don’t have to waste your precious time on searching internet as we have already prepared for you some most important facts about our country. A BIT OF HISTORY...
The dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire at the close of World War I allowed the Slovaks to join the closely related Czechs to form Czechoslovakia. Following the chaos of World War II, Czechoslovakia became a Communist nation within Soviet-dominated Eastern Europe. Soviet influence collapsed in 1989 and Czechoslovakia once more became free. The Slovaks and the Czechs agreed to separate peacefully on 1 January 1993. Slovakia joined both NATO and the EU in the spring of 2004.
Slovakia is a parliamentary democratic republic with a multi-party system. Landlocked country in Central Europe with population of over 5 milion and area of about 49 000 square kilometers (19 000 square miles). It borders the Czech Republic and Austria to the west, Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east and Hungary to the south.
Slovakia is a member state of the European Union, NATO, UN, OECD, WTO.
The main cities are Bratislava (capital), Kosice, Prešov.
We still use Slovak Crown as a currency but we are going to convert to Euro in January 2009. One Slovak Crown equals to more or less 30,126 euro (fixed conversion rate until January 2009).
Slovakia, while only small in size, is richly endowed with tourist attractions. In its terrain and in the variety of its tourist attractions, Slovakia is similar to Switzerland and Austria. Slovakia is characterized by large and interesting national parks, beautiful caves and ancient town represent. Slovakia offers a complete and varied list of activities for tourists. Thanks to an integrated network of communication and transport routes (airports, buses, trains, taxi...) ease of travel within the country is assured.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Slovakia has rich cultural and historical heritage, and is recognized as such by the UNESCO-protected sites. Many fortified castles, constructed during different historical eras, are located in exceptionally beautiful sites, most of which have been restored. Each city contains museums which allow visitors to discover Slovakia`s cultural treasures, unique thanks to folklore which is still alive today. These museums record the many historical developments which have changed Europe through the ages. The wonderful natural beauty of the country is however the most striking thing to the casual visitor.
In summer, thanks to the many beautiful mountainous regions of Slovakia hiking is a favorite activity which allows the visitor to discover the impressive landscapes of the Carpathian Mountains and to take advantage of the national parks and state nature preserves.
In winter, because of favorable snowfalls, skiing is a favorite sport in Slovakia with its extensive ski areas, which are easily accessible and which offer all modern conveniences and security. Top-level equipment in an exceptional natural environment (High Tatras, Low Fatra, Low Tatras) makes it possible to welcome skiers from all Europe, and all of this at very reasonable prices. Many other activities await you: hiking, rock-climbing, cycling, swimming, exploring the natural landscape, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and many more...
Slovakia, is also well-known for its spa towns. The best-known of them, Piestany, attracts visitors from all over Europe and internationally. Slovakia has a unique cave network, including ice caves, which is comparable to any throughout the world. Several of the worlds biggest caves are to be found in Slovakia.
CLIMATE
Our climate is temperate. Average temperatures in January range is - 2. Although at night during winter the temperature may fall to -18. Average temperatures in July is about 25.
The average annual temperature is about 8–9 °C (46–48 °F). The average temperature of the hottest month is about 22 °C (66 °F) and the average temperature of the coldest month is less than ?3 °C (26 °F). This kind of climate can be found at Košická kotlina and Východoslovenská nížina. It is the typical climate of the city of Košice.
There is a one hour plus time difference while travelling from the UK or Ireland (GMT+1).Climate of lowlands with dominance of continental influences
We are very friendly, hospitable and hard-working. Education is a main issue among young generation and working group up to 40. It is not rare to meet students above 35.
Looking for more information about Slovakia? Take a look at those links:
Little Big Country
Information portal of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Slovakia
WHY SLOVAKIA
People considering cosmetic surgery abroad face a huge problem: which country to choose. Slovakia is one of the popular directions along with Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, India or Tunisia. There are at least several reasons why to choose Slovakia:
- First and foremost Slovakia joined European Union in 2004. This event triggered many social and legal changes. Slovak medical sector is now better equipped and does not differ from “western” standards.
- Slovakia is the country with a deep-rooted European tradition and life style. In contrast to such countries like India or Tunisia, in Slovakia a patient has a feeling of safety and is not surprised by different culture, tradition or behaviour.
- In Slovakia all cosmetic and plastic surgeons have to obtain specialization degree in plastic surgery. It means that all of them are qualified and well experienced in plastic surgery field.
- Transport to and from Slovakia is not a problem nowadays. There are many low-cost airlines servicing airports in Slovakia. There are direct lines from London Luton to Kosice or Poprad, or you can fly to Budapest where we are also able to arrange transport from directly to Kosice by our car.
- A knowledge of English language has recently risen dramatically in Slovakia. Doctors and medical staff speak English.
- In Slovakia MRSA cases are very rare and in private clinics there is no MRSA problem at all.
- Last but not least prices in Slovakia are very attractive. In comparison to British or Irish prices patient may save from 40% up to 70% of western price, even if transportation and accommodation are taken into account.
- Travelling to Kosice is easy
