Trivia in Slovakia
Learn fascinating facts and trivia about this country
National symbols
Flag: Horizontal tricolor of white, blue, and red with the national coat of arms (double cross and triple peaks) positioned left of center
Emblem: Coat of arms featuring a silver double cross standing on triple peaks within a blue shield
Trivia & facts
- Has the world's highest per capita automobile production.
- Traditional vertical flute "fujara" is a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage.
- Bratislava is the only European capital within walking distance of two national borders.
- Has one of the highest numbers of UNESCO-listed caves in Central Europe.
- The Tatra Mountains contain Europe's smallest alpine lake "Skryté pleso".
- Little Carpathians wine region dates back to ancient Roman times.
- Birthplace of former world champion cyclist Peter Sagan.
- Banská Štiavnica was one of the first cities to introduce public electric lighting.
- Bratislava's Man at Work statue is a popular photo spot.
- "Človeče, nehnevaj sa!" is a national board game similar to Ludo.