| Slovakia is so much more than Bratislava and the | | | | attractive towns in all of Slovakia. Situated in a |
| High Tatras, which is the usual Slovak destination | | | | valley and with wonderful views of the mountains |
| for tourists coming from abroad. There is actually | | | | from all around the town, it boasts two ski |
| so much to do and see throughout the country, | | | | centres, an art gallery, a museum, an aviary and |
| and no more so than in Central Slovakia. | | | | an unusual wooden bridge, which spans the Orava |
| In particular, there are 5 places that you should | | | | river. |
| definitely make a point of visiting, if you are | | | | 4). Kremnica |
| traveling in the area: | | | | Famous for its Mint, which has been producing |
| 1). Banska Bystrica | | | | coins since the fourteenth century, Kremnica is a |
| Banska Bystrica has one of the most beautiful | | | | delightful town in the heart of Slovakia. There are |
| town squares in all of Slovakia and is a city simply | | | | some very interesting museums, which showcase |
| brimming with culture. There are many churches, | | | | the town's rich past, as well as a plague column |
| museums and art galleries to be found and a | | | | and Kremnica castle. |
| highlight of any visit is the excellent SNP Museum, | | | | Make sure that you take the time to visit a little |
| which is dedicated to presenting the events of | | | | village a few miles north of Kremnica, called |
| World War II from Slovakia's perspective. | | | | Kremnicke Bane. This is the geographic center of |
| After a busy day's sightseeing, be sure to sit out | | | | Europe and a little plaque close to a monastery |
| on one of the main square's many cafe terraces | | | | marks the actual spot. |
| and relax with a fine meal and local wine. | | | | 5). Bojnice |
| 2). Donovaly | | | | If you can only make it to one place in Central |
| The ski resort of Donovaly is open all year round | | | | Slovakia, then make sure it is Bojnice. With its |
| and in the Spring and Summer months makes a | | | | spa, zoo, falconry, fairy-tale castle and the |
| perfect place for walking or just taking in the | | | | country's oldest tree, this little town is simply |
| breathtaking scenery. The resort's Fun Arena has | | | | packed with tourist attractions. The boulevard |
| a number of great adrenalin attractions to enjoy, | | | | leading up to the castle has a number of fine |
| including bungee trampolining, a rope centre, a | | | | restaurants, serving excellent food at very |
| climbing wall and toboggan run. | | | | reasonable prices, so no need to take a packed |
| 3). Dolny Kubin | | | | lunch. |
| Dolny Kubin is without doubt one of the most | | | | |