Bratislava was formerly known as Brezalauspurc, Preßburg, Pozsony, and Prešporok. In 1993, the city became the capital of the newly formed Slovak Republic. Its location on the borders with Austria and Hungary makes it the only national capital that borders two independent countries.

Quay at Bratislava

Bratislava was formerly known as Brezalauspurc, Preßburg, Pozsony, and Prešporok. In 1993, the city…

This gold pattern is a design found on the floor of the altar shrine in the church of St. Egidius, Barthfeld, Slovakia.

Gold Pattern

This gold pattern is a design found on the floor of the altar shrine in the church of St. Egidius, Barthfeld,…