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Slovak Paradise is one of the major centers of tourism and natural beauty of Slovakia. It is especially popular because its beautiful canyons that can be passed thanks to a system of ladders. Natural wealth is represented by the large number of waterfalls, which are especially wonderful during winter, when frozen. They are used also for ice climbing. The local attractions include breakthrough of river Hornád. The main tourist centers are Podlesok, Čingov and Kláštorisko. The main tourist sights od Spiš area may also include Church of St. Spirit, located in the village of Zehra. It was built of travertine in the mid-13th century. The church is a remarkable building and its interior conceals a rare medieval wall paintings.

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Gelnica is the administrative center of the Hnilecká dolina valley in the southern part of Spiš area. The city has a mining history, which is illustrated by the Mining Museum housed in the former town hall.

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Markušovce are remarkable by the rococo manor house with summerhouse Dardanelles and Markušovský castle. In the summerhouse is located Regional Museum and exhibition of keyboard musical instruments.

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Spišská Nová Ves is the second largest city of Spiš area. It is the starting point to the Slovak Paradise. The city center is built by the Radničné Square with the Gothic church of the Assumption od Virgin Mary of 14 century. The church has the highest church tower in Slovakia. It is 87 m high. Next interesting sights are Art Nouveau building of Reduta, but also classicist buildings of the Lutheran church and town hall. On the perimeter of the square is situated one of the main attractions - Provincial house with rich decorated facade. In this house resides the Regional museum.

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Spiš Castle is the most massive castle in Central Europe, which has an eight hundred years old history. It was the center of power over Spiš, but later, in the 18th century, burnt down and began to deteriorate. The castle was conserved later and was inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Spiš Museum offers a tour of the castle and expositions of the castle history, but as well of feudal justice.

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Spišská Kapitula is a town with a rich religious history. One of the most beautiful buildings in Slovakia is the local late-Roman Cathedral of St. Martin. The interior impresses by the sculpture Leo Albus of 13 century and painting of the coronation of Charles I for the Hungarian king. Next to the cathedral was built chapel of Zapolsky. Bishofs palace of 13 century is where episcopal office is located.

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Levoča is located at the foot of Levočské Hills and is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Slovakia. City sights reservation was established here. Most sights are concentrated on the Square of Master Pavol. Dominated by a Gothic church of St. Jacob, where altar of St. Jacob is located. Is the highest altar in the world, measuring 18.6 meters. Near the church the Town Hall with arcades and interesting bell tower was built. Spiš Museum resides in here. On the square is located as well the Evangelist Church. The square is surrounded by fifty historical townhouses. The most interesting is Thurzs house wit Neo-Renaissance facade. In Hains house the exhibition of visual arts of the Spiš area is located. House of Master Pavol, where previously housed the carving workshop, that created the mentioned altar of St. Jacob, is now the seat of exposition dedicated to life of this famous artist. The main attractions include brick city walls with polygonal bastion, which now houses the Museum of the Blind and Košice Gate - the only preserved gate of the four city gates. Mariánska hora Hill over Levoča is an important place of pilgrimages, that was visited in 1995 by Pope John Paul II.

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Spišská Belá is located near Kežmarok. The main attractions include the Museum of M. Petzval - local physicist and mathematician. Slovak National Gallery is located in the city part Strážky in Renaissance mansion of 16 century.

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Kežmarok belongs to the main administrative center of Spiš area. Historically valuable is in particular its center, declared a historical objects reservation area. Town Castle of 15 century, now serves as a museum. The main sights include the local town houses, church of St. Cross and Renaissance bell tower.  Very precious is the wooden church from the early 18th century, with extremely valuable interior. From a historical perspective is important Protestant seminary, where many slovak personalities studied.

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In Spišský Štvrtok is located one of the most important Slovak archaeological sites – Myšia hôrka. Main sights include church of St. Ladislav of 13 century with a Gothic chapel of Zapolsky family and Minorits monastery.

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Spišská Sobota is a city part of Poprad. Its atractiveness is in medieval character, which has preserved until now. Rare Gothic wing altars are found in the local church of St. George of 13 century. The main altar was created by the famous Master Pavol of  Levoča.

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Poprad is one of the largest cities in Slovakia and one of the centers of the Spiš area. Tourists seek Poprad as a gateway to the High Tatras. Poprad has renovated the main square of St. Egidio, where a pedestrian zone was built. The main buildings on it are church St. Egidio of 13 century, where you can admire the medieval paintings. Next to the church is a Renaissance bell tower. In addition in Poprad is located Tatra Gallery and Podtatranské Museum.

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Revúca is the administrative center of the river Muráň valley. In the past, iron was produced here. In the 16th there were 15 factories producing iron in Revúca. The town belonged to the late 19th century under the governors of Muráň castle. The main architectural monument of Revúca is the rococo mansion, where first slovak gymnasium was located. It was founded in 1862. The sights include late Gothic church from the 15th century. Revúca is an excellent starting point for hikes into Muráň Platou National Park.

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Tisovec town is located in the southwest Muráň Plateau. Located in attractive natural area mountain ranges. In the T. Vansová – famous slovak writer, musician M. Lapšanský and polician V. Clementis worked here.

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In Kraskovo, which is located on the volcanic area Pokoradzká in Revúcka Highland can be found early Gothic church of the 13th century with medieval paintings. The church is one of the monuments of the Gothic Road.

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Village Drienčany is remarkable in terms of natural resources, but also history. It is a place, where served as priest well known storyteller P. Dobšinský. Near the nature area Drienčanský karst is located. There was built a trail that leads through its karst formations and Little and Big Drienčanská cave. For recreation use is widely used warm water reservoir Teplá.

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Zip is a village known mainly through local early Gothic church of 14 century, which belongs to objects of the so-called Gothic Road sights.

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Iodobromine water from Číž is used in the local spa to treat nerve and skin diseases. In addition, there are two mansions of 19 century.

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This village is famous for valuable Romanesque church of 12 century.

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Significant administrative center of southern Slovakia. Rimava river flows through the city. Rimavská Sobota has renoved center with a pedestrian square. In the middle of the square is located Classicist building of the church and town houses stretching around.  Reservoir Kurinec is used for vacation purposes. It is located south of the city.

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Bzovík village near the town of Krupina has its major attraction in the form of a major anti-Turkish fortress with distinctive four corner towers and a moat. It is a rebuilt Cistercian abbey from the early 12th century.

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Krupina is located in a beautiful valley of Krupinica and in the past was one of the pillars of anti-Turkish defense. It was a walled city, where remnants of the fortificationas can be seen until today. An important observation function had guard in the tower Vartovka. It  is now a good view point. The main sights include the Romanesque basilica of 13 century. City Museum offers expositions associated with the history of the city and its famous natives A. Sládkovič and E. M. Šoltésová.

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Čabraď is a castle ruin of 13 century near the village Čabradský Vrbovok. Its location is worthy of attention, as it lies in the romantic meander of river Litava. The castle served mainly as a fortress against the Turks and was held by Kohárys. They later moved into the mansion in St. Anton and castle began to deterioriate.

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Modrý Kameň is the smallest city of Slovakia. The city was founded under the medieval castle of 12 century and it was the administrative center of Novohrad. In the 20th century, however, that position was overtaken by Veľký Krtíš. These cities are known for mining brown coal, although this is declining. Gothic castle is a castle ruin now and in the nearby mansion visiters can view the Museum of Puppet Cultures and Toys.

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Fiľakovo is known for its castle, which was during the Turkish invasions od strategic importance. It was a seat of a Turkish sanjak - Turkish administration and the Turks were settled here 40 years long. Interestingly, the castle stands on a hill created by volcanic activity. Fiľakovo id the starting point for hiking in the Cerová vrchovina.

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Poltár city is famous for the production of glass and ceramics. Valuable historical monuments as Turkish bridge and classicist manor house can be found here as well.

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The main sights include ruin of the Divín of 13 century. Castle is known for itsowner Imre Ballass, who brutally looted the surroundings. Below the castle is located Renaissance mansion of 17 century. It is interesting that during the Slovak National Uprising guerrillas headquters was situated here. There is also a valuable Gothic church in Divín. Near dam Ružín is used for vacation.

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Halič is located near Lučenec and is known for his manor house of the 18th century. In the adjacent Starý Halič, main attraction is valuable church of St. George of 14 century.

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Lučenec  is one of the largest cities in the region and therefore an important administrative center. The city was the point of frequent clashes and looting and therefore historical monuments were distroyed. The history is best known for winning battle of J. Ziskra against J. Hunyady in 1451st.  The monuments that preserved are baroque-classical church, nice Zlatá ulička lane and renoved Redoute.

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Brezno, like other towns and villages of this area, prospered mainly from mining industry and iron production. In the city can be visited today the Horehronské Museum, based in City Hall. The main sights are nice historical buildings as well. Hron river flows through the city.

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In Brusno there is popular slovak spa located. Digestive diseases are treat here. The nearby park offers pleasant walks.

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Village Slovenská Lupča is interesting for its same-named castle of 14 century.

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Turecká village is currently an important starting point for tours to the Veľká Fatra mountains. It is located under the hill called Krížna. In Turecká it is possible to ski in the local ski center or ski tour up to the ridge of the Veľká Fatra.

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Staré Hory are one of the oldest mining villages near Banská Bystrica. In the 16th century there was a fairly large smelter located here. Through the village passes an important road towards Donovaly – a saddle that connects northern and southern area of the Low Tatras, but especially the main highway arteries of Slovakia. In addition Donovaly is slovak top skiing destination. The main sights include Baroque building of the Mining Office and local Gothic church, where is located valuable statue of the Virgin Mary.

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Špania dolina Valley is has a long mining history that document the many preserved original mining houses. There is a Romanesque church with well-preserved medieval paintings, but also technical monument in the form of Špania Dolina water duct. The importance of it was in supplying water from slopes of Nízke Tatry mountain range, which is away from here up to 15 km.

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Kordická brázda offers a beautiful landscape. It is a part of the Kremnické vrchy hills, located at their foothill. This provides ideal conditions for recreational activities. In the village Kordíky there are preserved buildings of folk architecture. Visit of  Tajov village can be interesting target, as this is the birthplace of important slovak personalities J. G. Tajovský and  J. Murgaša. Králiky village is well known center of tourism in Slovakia, where it ummer and winter activities can be performed.

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The village is situated south of Banská Bystrica. A Gothic-Renaissance castle and wooden church with valuable interior are situated here.

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Banská Bystrica is an important center of Central Slovakia and one of the largest Slovak cities. Banská Bystrica, boasts a rich history, as illustrated by the many monuments. This city has made progress mainly due to mining and trade in metals. Center of Banská Bystrica was declared a historical reservation. Main sights include the object of the town castle barbican, which includes the Church of St Mary of 13 century. The church has a very interesting and valuable altar of St. Barbara. The altar is the work of the popular Master Pavol of Levoča. Main Gothic buildings include Matthias's House of 15 century. Kings Matthias Corvinus coat of arms is depicted on it. Near the castle is the Renaissance town hall with a gallery. Banská Bystrica invested quite a lot in SNP Square and the pedestrian zone and it is no coincidence that today it is the most beautiful in Slovakia. Impressive views of the city provides Hodinová veža Tower. The most beautiful buildings include Thurzos house, where resides Stredoslovenské Mseum. The house has a valuable facade and unique Zelená sieň hall. Rare arcade and loggia facade with murals is located on the Benického house. Next interesting building is the Bishop's Palace, where the the bishop and the first President of the Slovak Matica Stephen Moyzes resided. Banská Bystrica town was associated with the Slovak National Uprising (SNP), which documents Memorial of the SNP.

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Above the village Podzámčok are well-preserved ruins of a medieval castle built in the 13th century. Castle of Dobrá Niva was in the 16th century seat of the local nobility, but afterwards the property of wives of Hungarian kings.

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Ostrá Lúka has a beautiful location and is known for Renaissance manor house, whose owner was M. Ostrolúcky. Ostrá Lúka is popular thorough the story of friendship of his daughter Adela Ostrolucká and very important slovak revivalist Ľudovít Štúr.

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Vígľaš is best known for its castle, which is now a ruin. The castle was built as a hunting castle in the 14th century and was rebuilt several times. Eszterházy has contributed to its transformation into a prestigious mansion.

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Poniky village became known because of coarse plundering by the Turks in the 17th century. This event was described by the poet J. Chalupka in one of the most famous Slovak poems - Turčin Poničan. The local church of 14 century is remarkable because of mediaeval paintings.

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Sliač is known except military airport for its spa. The spa is focused on cardiovascular diseases treatment. Besides them near Kováčová spa and thermal baths is located.

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Zvolen lies at the confluence of the rivers Hron and Slatina and is one of the oldest cities in Slovakia. The city was established under Pustý hrad castle - power center of the wider surroundings up to 14 century. Among the most famous monuments is included the Renaissance Zvolen Castle. The biggest attractions of the castle is a valuable hall with 78 ceiling portraits of Roman and Habsburg emperors. During the summer festival Zvolenská zámocké dni takes place. On Zvolen square, which is one of the largest in Central Europe, is located a Gothic church from the 14th century, but also building os the Theatre of J. G. Tajovský. Zvolen is the seat of Technical University. The university has a forestry focus. Of of the main attractions in Zvolen includes the so-called Borová hora - concentrating up to 1200 varieties of roses.

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The main attraction of this village is a Benedictine monastery built in 1075. It was built for the purpose of promoting settlement in central Slovakia. At the moment Pallotines reside over here. In this monastery Nitra Code was written, which is the first known Latin document on slovak territory.

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Nová Baňa was a mining town. It is located in the Middle Hron area. The city became rich thanks to gold mining. From the past preserved the remarkable town hall and Gothic church. Town hall was created by rebuilding the city walls and is the seat of the Municipal Museum.

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Kremnica is one of the most famous mining towns in Slovakia. Located in the Kremnické vrchy mountains. In Kremnici State Mint is located, which is the oldest in the world. Commemorative coins and medals are produced here. In the 14th century craftmes of Kutná Hora established coins production here. Silver hungarian pennies, and gold florins, known as Kremnica ducats, were minted here. The attractions, include Museum of Coins and Medals. The main sights of Kremnica are the City castle with a Romanesque rotunda of 13 century and Gothic church of Sst. Catherine with a lookout tower, as well as the Main Square with Baroque Holy Trinity Column. This column is one of the most beautiful in Slovakia. On the square visitors can look up the Franciscan church and monastery, town houses and the town hall of the 15th century. Very interesting are the city fortifications with Red and Black tower, as well as Lower gate. Kremnica offers quite a lot opportunities for recreation as well. Skiing, cross country skiing and hiking can be found in popular resorts Skalka and Krahule. Skalka is known for cross-country ski competition Biela stopa, which is currently one of the most popular sport events in Slovakia. In addition, in Kremnica thermal baths can be visited.

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Svätý Anton is remarkable mainly due to local baroque-classical mansion of 18 century. This mansion was owned by the bulgarian Tsar Ferdinand Coburg. Currently, there is situated hunting museum with quite a large collection of trophies over here. In addition a nice park is located near.

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Sklené Teplice are especially known for spa treatment of physical and neurological diseases. Interesting object is a cave thermal pool situated inside a rocks called Parenica. Visitors can take a bath in local thermal spa. Over Sklené Teplice is located a ruin of a medieval castle. Oldest geological site in Slovakia - Szabóo rock – can be found here. This area was explored by a significant Hungarian geologist J. Szabóo in 19 century.

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Vyhne similar to the other cities of the region have mining-connected past. At the present, however, are known better throug local thermal baths. The local attractions include local brewery, which is the oldest in Slovakia. Templars founded it in the 15th century. Vyhne natural beauties include Stone Sea, which is a remnant of volcanic activity in this area, namely the gradual weathering of rhyolitic lava flow.

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