Slovakia is a country full of castles, restored palaces as well as ruins. Its history is a fascinating union of many cultures and contrasts enhanced by the welcoming spirit of its people. Experience a place less touched by the glitz and glamour of its more famous neighbours. Get outside the cities and you can still find traditional villages, strong folk traditions and tourist walking trails meandering through the hilly countryside. Slovakia's capital city Bratislava is a growing hub of culture, its thousand year history offers a great deal to visitors.