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Slovakia has the world's highest number of castles and chateaux per capita.

It also contains more than 6000 caves and more than 1300 mineral springs.
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LOCAL HISTORY

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1867 - Dural monarch of Austria-Hungary formed after Hapsburg Emperor, Franz Josef, compromised with Hungarian nobles, Slovakia became part of the kingdom
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1918 - Hapsburg ruled empire collapsed; Czechs and Slovaks came together, created Czechoslovakia
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1919 - February 4-5 – Pressburg (Bratislava) becomes capital of Slovakia.
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1939 - Germany occupied Czechoslovakia, German "protectorate" established; Slovak became a nominally independence state under Nazi Germany with Josef Tiso as prime minister
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1944 - Slovak National Uprising occurred with 60,000 Slovak troops and 18,000 partisans rose up against the Nazis
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1945 - Soviet army liberated Slovakia, restored to prewar status; rejoined Czechoslovakian state
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1948 - Communist party took power, Slovakia subjected to a centralized Czech-dominated government again, antagonism between the two republics developed
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1992 - Slovakia's government declared its independence from Czechoslovakia
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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Slovakia:
Bratislava:

Start your journey in the capital city of Bratislava. Explore the charming Old Town with its cobbled streets, historic buildings, and the iconic Bratislava Castle.

Visit the impressive St. Martin's Cathedral, where Hungarian kings were crowned.

Don't miss the unique "UFO Bridge" (Most SNP), offering panoramic views of the city from its observation deck.

Take a leisurely stroll along the Danube River promenade and enjoy the vibrant cafe culture.

High Tatras:

If you're a nature enthusiast, head to the High Tatras, a stunning mountain range that offers excellent hiking and skiing opportunities.

Hike to the breathtaking Popradské Pleso, a glacial mountain lake, or take a cable car to Lomnický štít, one of the highest peaks in the Tatras.

In the winter, the High Tatras become a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding.

Slovak Paradise National Park:

Known for its intricate system of gorges, waterfalls, and hiking trails, Slovak Paradise is a ...
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Slavic Names
Slavic countries are noted for having masculine and feminine versions for many (but not all) of their names. In most countries the use of a feminine form is obligatory in official documents as well as in other communication, except for foreigners. In some countries only the male form figures in official use (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia), but in communication (speech, print) a feminine form is often used.

In Slovenia the last name of a female is the same as the male form in official use (identification documents, letters). In speech and descriptive writing (literature, newspapers) a female form of the last name is regularly used.

If the name has no suffix, it may or may not have a feminine version. Sometimes it has the ending changed (such as the addition of -a). In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, suffixless names, such as those of German origin, are feminized by adding -ová (for example, Schusterová).
GENEALOGY IN SLOVAKIA

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BIRTHS & DEATHS

Ancestors Who Were Born or Died in Slovakia

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