Largest Cities in Slovakia

Facts about Slovak Republic

Official languages: Slovak, Hungarian
Capital: Pressburg
Area: 48,845 km²
Population: 5.5 million residents
Population density: 111.68 residents per km²
Currency: EUR
Internet TLD: .sk
ISO codes: SK, SVK, 703
The prefix for Slovakia (Slovak Republic) is +421

Flag of Slovakia

The Slovak flag is composed of the Pan-Slavic tricolor of white, blue and red. From 1918 to 1993 there was a joint republic of Czechs and Slovaks, and the current Slovak flag was only adopted after the breakup of Czechoslovakia. The double cross perched on three hills, which is located closer to the pole side of the flag, marks the beginnings of Christianity in the Carpathian region. This emblem has been a symbol of Slovaks for a long time, but the tricolor was adopted only in 1848, when many Slavic states were inspired by Russia as the only Slavic independent state and began to strive for unification and gaining independence from Austria-Hungary.

Slovakia is a state in Central Europe that emerged from the division of Czechoslovakia in 1992/1993.  Slovakia has been a member of NATO since March 29, 2004 and of the European Union since May 1, 2004. The transformation from the planned to the market economy can be regarded as complete. Economic growth is currently among the highest in Central Europe, while the nominal wage level is among the lowest in Central Europe. The economy is strongly export-oriented.

Biggest Cities of Slovakia by Population

The largest city in Slovakia is the capital city of Bratislava. Located in the southwestern part of the country, this vibrant city has a population of around 430,000 people and offers plenty for visitors to explore. Popular attractions here include Bratislava Castle which is an iconic hilltop fortress with beautiful views; Devin Castle which dates back to the Iron Age and offers stunning views; or St Martin’s Cathedral which is an impressive Gothic cathedral with a Baroque façade. Other attractions worth visiting include Primate’s Palace which offers an insight into Slovakia’s history; Michael’s Gate which is the oldest preserved gate in Bratislava; or Old Town Hall where visitors can enjoy some great shopping, restaurants and bars.

The second largest city in Slovakia is Kosice. Located in the eastern part of the country, this beautiful city has a population of around 240,000 people and offers plenty to explore. Popular attractions here include St Elisabeth Cathedral which is a stunning Gothic-style cathedral; Hlavna Ulica which is a pedestrian street lined with cafes and shops; or East Slovak Museum where visitors can learn about Slovakian culture and history. Other cities worth visiting include Nitra where visitors can explore some interesting museums such as Nitra Museum or Zobor Museum; Presov where visitors can admire some stunning cathedrals such as St Nicholas Cathedral or Greek Catholic Cathedral; or Poprad where visitors can enjoy some great outdoor activities such as skiing at Strbske Pleso or hiking at High Tatras National Park.

Slovakia: Bratislava

The capital of Slovakia is Bratislava. In German this is Pressburg. Bratislava is located in the southwest of Slovakia on the border with Austria. The Danube flows through the city. 423,000 people live in Bratislava. This makes it the largest city in the country.

Countries neighboring Slovakia (Slovak Republic)

• Austria
• Czech Republic
• Hungary
• Poland
• Ukraine