The Only Capital Is Located On The Border Of The Three Countries

Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia, bordering the two countries of Austria and Hungary.
Bratislava, the only capital located on the border of three countries
In 2014, CNN ranked Bratislava as one of the six most interesting border cities in Europe. However, without waiting for that recognition, the capital of Slovakia has long been a tourist attraction thanks to its history and unique geographical location.
From 1867 to 1918, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary all belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After that, these countries split up one after another

. Bratislava became the largest city and capital of Slovakia.
Devin Castle, where visitors can see three countries at the same time. Photo: Visitbratislava
Bratislava attracts tourists thanks to being the only capital located on the border of three countries: Austria - Hungary - Slovakia.



In addition, Bratislava and Vienna are the two closest capitals in the world, just 66 kilometers away, according to Visitbratislava.
Previously, people went back and forth between these two cities by tram. The route is 70 km long, opened in 1914 and operated until after World War II. In 1948, due to German influence, the line was closed and became a symbol of loss of freedom.
Old town in Bratislava. Photo: Trip Advisor.
The people here speak three languages: Slovak, German and Hungarian The current name Bratislava was named in 1919.



Previously, the city was called Pressburg in German, Pozsony in Hungarian and Presporok in Slovak.
Also due to its proximity to two countries, the cuisine in Bratislava is very rich and deeply influenced by neighboring countries.
In Bratislava, the place that attracts the most tourists is probably the tripoint - where a stone monument is surrounded by barbed wire fence. This is where the three countries Hungary, Austria, Slovakia meet. Today, visitors can cycle or walk to this place. It is located in the suburbs of Rusove.
Tripont - the meeting mark of three European countries. Photo: Visitbratislava.




Alternatively, visitors can visit the Crown Tower in Bratislava castle. The tower is the oldest part of the castle. Here, you can see the scenery in Hungary and Austria.
Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, has a population of 450,000 people, 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 center of the country. The city once ranked 8th among the world's most livable cities for freelancers, thanks to its fast internet and low taxes.
In 2017, the city ranked 3rd in the European Union's ranking of the richest regions, based on GDP (after Hamburg and Luxembourg).




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