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Slovakia

Slovensko
Capital
Bratislava
Population
5.5M
Area
49,035 km²
Language
Slovak

Slovakia is a country in Central Europe, Europe. Its capital is Bratislava, with a population of approximately 5.5M and a total area of 49,035 km². The official language is Slovak and the currency is the Euro (€).

📊 Quick Facts about Slovakia

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Population
5.5M
total residents
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Total Area
49,035 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
112/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$114B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$20,727
per person
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Currency
Euro (€)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Slovak
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1993
established
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Local Time in Bratislava

Slovakia covers an area of 49,035 km² with a population density of 112/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $114B ($20,727 per capita) and gained independence in 1993. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Slovakia has more castles per capita than almost any country in the world — over 180 castle ruins dot the landscape. It also produces more cars per capita than any other country, with about 1 million vehicles manufactured annually for a population of just 5.5 million.

💡 Interesting Facts about Slovakia

  1. Slovakia has more castles per capita than almost any other country.
  2. Slovakia is the world's largest car producer per capita.
  3. Slovakia split peacefully from Czech Republic in 1993 in the Velvet Divorce.
  4. Over 7,000 caves have been discovered in Slovakia.

✈️ Travel Information for Slovakia

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Continental, cold winters, warm summers
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$5–11
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$40–90
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/E, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Slovakia on the Map

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📍 Bratislava, Slovakia

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🏆 Slovakia World Rankings

1st
Castles
Most castles per capita in the world — over 180 castle ruins
1st
Car Production
World's largest car producer per capita — 1 million cars/year for 5.5M people
1st
Cave Systems
Over 7,000 caves — 12 UNESCO-listed cave systems
1st
Velvet Divorce
Split peacefully from Czech Republic in 1993 — the Velvet Divorce

🏛 Must-See Places in Slovakia

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Open Wikipedia ↗
Spiš Castle

UNESCO one of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe — a dramatic ruin on a hilltop

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Demänovská Cave System

UNESCO one of Europe's finest cave systems — ice caves and stalactite halls

↗ Learn more on Wikipedia
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High Tatras

The highest mountain range in the Carpathians — spectacular peaks, lakes and hiking

↗ Learn more on Wikipedia
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Bratislava Old Town

A compact and charming old town with a hilltop castle overlooking the Danube

↗ Learn more on Wikipedia

🗺️ Countries Bordering Slovakia

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Czech Republic
Prague
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Austria
Vienna
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Hungary
Budapest
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Ukraine
Kyiv
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Poland
Warsaw

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Slovakia

What is the capital of Slovakia?

The capital of Slovakia is Bratislava.

What language is spoken in Slovakia?

The official language(s) of Slovakia are Slovak.

What is the population of Slovakia?

The population of Slovakia is approximately 5.5M.

What currency does Slovakia use?

Slovakia uses the Euro (€).

What continent is Slovakia in?

Slovakia is located in Europe, in the Central Europe region.

What is the GDP of Slovakia?

Slovakia has a GDP of $114B, with a GDP per capita of $20,727.

What is the best time to visit Slovakia?

The best time to visit Slovakia is May–September. The climate is Continental, cold winters, warm summers.

Do I need a visa for Slovakia?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)

🌍 Explore More Countries in Central Europe

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Austria
Vienna
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Germany
Berlin
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Switzerland
Bern
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Czech Republic
Prague

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