Slovakia 🇸🇰
Slovakia 🇸🇰: capital Bratislava, population 5.4 million, located in Europe. Currency: Euro (€). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Bratislava
- Population: 5.4 million
- Continent: Europe
- Language: Slovak
- Currency: Euro (€)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Slovak Republic
- Area: 49,037 km² (18,933 sq mi)
- Region: Central Europe
- Landlocked
- People: Slovak
- Internet domain: .sk
Fun Facts About Slovakia
- This country has more than 6,000 caves.
- It became independent in 1993 after a peaceful split from Czechoslovakia.
- Its capital sits on the banks of the Danube River.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slovakia known for?
Slovakia is known for several things — This country has more than 6,000 caves; It became independent in 1993 after a peaceful split from Czechoslovakia; Its capital sits on the banks of the Danube River.
How big is Slovakia?
Slovakia covers about 49,037 square kilometers (18,933 square miles), in the Central Europe region.
Is Slovakia landlocked?
Yes. Slovakia is landlocked — it has no coastline and is surrounded by 5 neighboring countries.
What are people from Slovakia called?
People from Slovakia are called Slovak.
What is the capital of Slovakia?
The capital of Slovakia is Bratislava.
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