Why Bratislava Should be on Every Traveler's Bucket List
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There are many beautiful places to visit in Europe, from famous places such as Paris and Rome to less well-known ones. If you are hoping to pursue through the alleyways of the city of light, then this post isn’t for you, as we will be taking a look at somewhere decidedly more charming, more off the beaten track, and with so much culture and beauty that you may discover it fast becomes one of your favorite cities in the consistent.
We are, of course, talking about the stunning capital city of Slovakia, Bratislava. By the end of this post, you should be more confident about visiting this city and safe in the knowledge that you know where to go, what to see, and how to travel!
You Can Use Your Schengen Visa To The Fullest Extent!
Part of the appeal of places like Bratislava and Slovakia, in general, is that you get access to a location not commonly visited but one that is so easy to get to that it’s almost criminal not to see. If you aren’t European, you will probably have to obtain a visa to visit, and if you want to see as much as possible, a Schengen visa is the way to go. This visa allows you to enter and exit any EU nation that adheres to the program, meaning you can visit lots of exciting places easily.
If, like most, you will benign your trip to other more well-known countries, you can still see using the rail system or, if you happen already to be nearby, a taxi. If you are in Vienna, you can utilize the taxi Vienna Bratislava route that will take you from Vienna across the border to this beautiful city (which happens to be right on the border with Austria). It’s a quick, easy hop and means you can leave in the morning and still arrive with plenty of time to settle in and begin your exploration.
It’s Captivating Streets Will Enchant
If you read lots of travel blogs and watch enough YouTube videos related to this city, you’ll quickly discover a connecting thread that runs through all descriptions of the place: its unbridled beauty. It is perhaps one of the prettiest cities in Europe and possibly even the world if you are feeling generous and full of enough history and charm to keep you raving about it to your friends and family for years!
Similar to other European cities, it is fair to say that using the word old is somewhat of an understatement, and perhaps the word ancient may be more representative. Because it has seen millennia of human habitation, history runs deep here, and you can clearly see this in its streets and architecture. In other words, it’s definitely one for the history buffs and those who appreciate architecture alike.
Take Part In The Insane But Impressive Nightlife
Bratislava might be best known for the things you can see during the day, but its nightlife is just as exciting. You can choose to stroll along the streets at night, stopping at the occasional bar to soak up the atmosphere and observe others going about their business, or jump into any of the numerous nightclubs and party the night away. Due to its proximity to other, larger nations, you are very likely to bump into all manner of interesting, weird, and wacky individuals with whom you can spend the night away.
Eat, Eat, And Eat Some More
Every nation has a specific cuisine it is proud of, but Slovakia is something else entirely. Influenced by (and has influenced) other central European countries, Slovakia offers a smorgasbord of options regardless of your predilection. You can find a mixture of foods, from snack foods like Lokse, a potato flatbread, to something a little more substantial, such as goulash.
It Isn’t As Crowded As Other Tourist Destinations
As alluded to at the beginning of this post, it has a reputation for being less popular than other destinations. This is an obvious advantage for you as it means there are fewer tourists crowding the place and, therefore, more opportunities to discover little-known treasures that you can enjoy without the hustle and bustle that comes from thousands of others all vying for space and selfie opportunities. However, it still has enough people around to make it feel genuine and lived in rather than merely a Disney-esque location that has an eerily empty feel to it.
For anyone searching for places to visit for their upcoming European adventure, Slovakia and Bratislava specifically, really ought to be on your itinerary. You have everything from history and beauty to a fantastic party scene open for all to enjoy.
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