President's office. Slovak Tourist Board. Slovak Republic Capital: Bratislava. Image source, zuzanacaputova. Image source, Reuters.
Facebook is the leading social network. Read full media profile. Bratislava flourished during the rule of Maria Theresa, with the regulation of the Danube and construction in the city. In the 18th century Bratislava was the largest and most populated city in Hungary. The Castle became the royal residence.
The crown jewels were kept in the Crown Tower. The Hungarian Diet convened in the city until The 18th century can be marked as the golden age of mining. Gold, silver and copper was mined and exported abroad. The first Slovak National Council SNR was established in Myjava on 19 September as the highest political organ of the Slovak emancipation and revolutionary movement. Hereby a cultural, political and educational institute originated which united nearly all representatives of the Slovak emancipation movement.
Its existence was, however, abolished by the Hungarian government in The adoption of the Martin Declaration on 30 October was a historical milestone where representatives of all political parties agreed on the unification of Slovakia and the Czechs. Slovaks hereby expressed their agreement with the creation of the Czechoslovak Republic.
This was preceded by systematic political activity of Slovaks and Czechs abroad. Separation from the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the period of the First Czechoslovak Republic brought Slovaks development in all spheres of life:economic, educational, cultural as well as presentation of Slovakia abroad. Czechoslovakia was one of the first countries in the world to introduce general and confidential voting rights regardless of gender or property, an eight-hour working day, social security for workers and the protection of rights of national minorities.
During its year existence, the nation-forming process of Slovaks was completed, resulting in an own education system, political parties and cultural institutes. The first step towards an independent Slovakia was a Movement for Autonomy which saw the culmination of its efforts in October with its enactment. A more pronounced shift came on 14 March when, under pressure from the Nazi leader Adolf Hitler, a Slovak State was declared, officially renamed the Slovak Republic in July of the same year.
For the entire duration of the World War II its leaders stood on the side of the aggressive policies of Nazi Germany and agreed with the deportation of 70 Jewish fellow citizens from the territoryof what was then Slovakia to concentration camps.
The extent of the Uprising made it one of the largest during the Second World War. Soldiers and partisan units managed to resist German forces against the odds until the end of October when, for tactical reasons, they had to retreat to the mountains. The political aim of the Uprising was the re-establishment of a democratic Czechoslovakia. These plans were, however, thwarted by the Communist coup in February , installing forty years of Communist dictatorship.
This process was interrupted by the violent invasion of Warsaw Pact troops in August Despite this, a federation and two republics were formed. Its park with its Baroque garden is open to visitors. The Slovak National Gallery boasts outstanding Gothic works and more. Modern galleries also are sprinkled throughout the city.
In fact, witty modern sculptures decorate the streets. The home of opera and ballet performances, the Neo-Renaissance Slovak National Theatre got its majestic appearance during and Going to a performance there is a thrill, and the unique chandelier that can create numerous light images is impressive. Now a museum of weapons is located in its tower. The balcony offers stunning views of the Old Town. Or just stop in for a coffee. A walk along the embankment of the Danube River is a must, too.
Be sure to take a bus to the romantic ruins of Devin Castle, located at the confluence of the Morava and Danube Rivers. It was reduced to ruins by Napoleon in Now the ruins offer superb views and a museum featuring artifacts from the 12th to 19th centuries. Nature also thrives in Bratislava. He was also questioned about his alleged involvement in the kidnapping of the son of Slovakia's former president, Michal Kovac.
Dzurinda has improved Slovakia's reputation in the West, but his tough economic measures have made him unpopular within the country.
Former prime minister Meciar has proven oddly resilient. In Sept. In April , Meciar ran for the presidency against his former right-hand man, Ivan Gasparovic. Gasparovic, however, won the largely ceremonial post by a wide majority. In May , it ratified the EU constitution. Robert Fico of the Socialist Party became prime minister in July , after forming an odd coalition with two right-wing nationalist parties, including Meciar's.
In April , incumbent Ivan Gasparovic won the presidential elections with Parliamentary elections in July were inconclusive. Iveta Radicova, a former MP and presidential candidate in , became prime minister, heading a four-party coalition government.
In October , Slovakia found itself in the position of determining the fate of a euro-zone bailout fund. Parliament, responding to outrage among citizens who did not think it was their responsibility to help finance the rescue of much richer and larger countries, such as Greece and Portugal, voted against supporting an expansion of the European Financial Stability Facility, which administers the bailout fund.
In voting down the legislation, Parliament also passed a no confidence in the government of Prime Minister Radicova. The legislation passed two days later, however, when an opposition party joined with the government and voted in support of the measure.
In exchange for their support, the government agreed to hold early elections in March In the election, the Smer-Social Democracy Party, headed by Robert Fico, who served as prime minister from to , won 83 seats in the seat parliament. Fico returned to power, and for the first time since Slovakia gained independence in , a party will govern without having to form a coalition.
Slovakia held presidential elections on March 15, Ivan Ga? No candidate had a clear majority after the first round of the presidential elections.
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