The most beautiful monuments of Bratislava
The best of Bratislava
Bratislava, as the largest and capital city of Slovakia, offers a number of interesting sights. The icon of the city is, of course, the local castle, which towers over the historic center. Then there are some picturesque squares, monasteries and churches. Let's take a look at the most interesting places in Bratislava.
Bratislava Castle
The most famous panorama of Bratislava
Bratislava Castle is undoubtedly one of the most famous Slovak symbols and an unmissable building in Bratislava. It stands on a rocky promontory high above the Danube River right at the western end of the historic center of Bratislava – the Old Town. The most famous part of the large castle complex is the so-called Royal Palace with four typical towers. continue reading
The main square
The heart of Bratislava
The square is located in the Old Town. It is a central square and one of the most famous in Bratislava. It is located next to Franciscan Square, between Sedlárska and Radničná streets. It is extremely rich in historical and cultural monuments, there is the Old Town Hall, the Palace of the Hungarian Discount and Exchange Bank, Paluďai Palace, Aponi's Palace forming part of the Old Town Hall, the Governor's Palace and Kutscherfeld Palace. continue reading
St. Martin's Cathedral in Bratislava
The most important church monument in Bratislava
St. Martin's Cathedral in Bratislava is one of the largest churches in Slovakia. It is the most important church monument in Bratislava. The height of the tower is 87 meters. Unfortunately, it is located right next to a busy road leading to the bridge of the Slovak National Uprising, which detracts from the beauty of the surroundings of this church. continue reading
Slovak National Theater
Historical building
It is a Neo-Renaissance building on Hviezdoslav Square. The building was built by Viennese architects Ferdinand Fellner and Hermann Helmer together with 45 other theaters throughout Europe. They mixed their appearance as a Central European Baroque-Renaissance mixture with a French flavor. It was built in an extremely short time from August 1884 to September 1886. continue reading
Hviezdoslav Square
The largest in Bratislava
It is one of the most famous squares in Bratislava, located on the left bank of the Danube between the SNP bridge and the Slovak National Theater. The square is mainly a pedestrian zone with lots of greenery, in the middle of the square is a longitudinal fountain. Several cultural events take place in the square, as well as Christmas markets. continue reading
Michalská Gate
Entry into history
Michalská Gate is the only preserved gate out of the original four in Bratislava's city fortifications, named after the settlement that was located here in the past, while today it is reminded only of a pink tombstone located at the height of the third floor. The tower was built at the end of the 14th century, and it acquired its Baroque appearance after reconstruction in the years 1753–1758. continue reading
Franciscan monastery in Bratislava
Almost the entire northeastern part of the Franciscan Square in the Old City of Bratislava is occupied by the Franciscan Monastery. It is one of the oldest religious buildings in the city. continue reading
Bratislava UFO
Dominant bridge of the Slovak National Uprising
UFO is essentially a modern observation tower, 95 meters high, towering above the huge bridge of the Slovak National Uprising. In addition to the viewpoints, there is also a restaurant. continue reading
