Just over 60,000 people live in Trnava. inhabitants. The city is located in western Slovakia, 50 km from Bratislava. This place is famous for its multitude of religious buildings and is one of the oldest cities in the country, because its history dates back to the 13th century.
“Little Rome” in Slovakia. Trnava delights with its beautiful architecture and Italian atmosphere
In 1238, King Bela IV recognized Trnava as the first Slovak center that had the privileges of a free city. It was surrounded by defensive walls that have survived to this day because the town escaped destruction during World War I and II. That is why in the town we can find a huge number of historic houses and .
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One of the oldest buildings is the church of St. Helena from the 14th century. Here we will also find the Basilica of St. Nicholas dating from the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist from the 17th century. Trnava resembles “small” because here you will find Italian architecture, atmospheric streets, numerous cafes and vineyards for which the entire region is famous.
What to see in Trnava? It’s a great place for a quick city break. We certainly won’t be bored during the weekend
While in the city, you cannot miss the observation tower from the 16th century. It is located at a height of 29 meters and provides a view of the town and the entire surrounding area. In autumn, you can visit the Traditional Trnava Fair, where you can see folk crafts shows and try local specialties, including lokše, or potato pancakes. Trnava is a great destination for a weekend trip, and we can get to the city from Poland in a few hours. We are 3.5 hours away from Katowice, and less than 5 hours from Krakow.
Source: Gazeta
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