The only capital situated on the border of three countries.

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, nestled on the border of Austria and Hungary.

Bratislava, the sole capital situated on the border of three nations.

In 2014, CNN ranked Bratislava among the six most intriguing border cities in Europe. Yet, even before this recognition, Slovakia's capital has been a magnet for visitors due to its rich history and unique geographical position.

From 1867 to 1918, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary were all part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Afterward, these nations dissolved, with Bratislava emerging as the largest city and capital of Slovakia.

Bratislava draws tourists as the sole capital situated on the border of three countries: Austria – Hungary – Slovakia. Moreover, Bratislava and Vienna stand as the world's closest capitals, just 66 km apart, as per Visitbratislava.

Previously, locals commuted between these two cities by electric tram. The 70 km route, inaugurated in 1914, operated until after World War II. In 1948, under German influence, the tram line was shut down, becoming a symbol of loss of freedom.

The residents here speak three languages: Slovak, German, and Hungarian. The current name Bratislava was adopted in 1919. Previously, the city was called Pressburg in German, Pozsony in Hungarian, and Presporok in Slovak.

Also due to its proximity to two nations, the cuisine in Bratislava is diverse and deeply influenced by its neighboring countries.

In Bratislava, the most attractive spot for tourists is perhaps the tripoint – a place marked by a stone monument, surrounded by barbed wire fences. This is where the three nations of Hungary, Austria, and Slovakia meet. Nowadays, visitors can bike or hike to this location. It is situated in the suburb area of Rusove.

Furthermore, tourists can visit the Crown Tower at Bratislava Castle. The tower is the oldest part of the castle. Here, you can admire the scenery of Hungary and Austria.

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, with a population of 450,000, is one of the smallest capitals in Europe. Bratislava is located in southwestern Slovakia, on both banks of the Danube River.

This place is known as the political, cultural, and economic hub of the country. The city once ranked 8th in the list of the world's most livable cities for freelancers, thanks to its fast Internet and low taxes.

In 2017, the city ranked 3rd in the ranking of the wealthiest regions in the European Union, based on GDP (after Hamburg and Luxembourg).

According to Anh Minh/Vnexpress

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Reference: Travel Guide Mytour