Southern Slovakia

Southern Slovakia is something different. In a country known for its mountains, the south is characterised by flat flood plains and sprawling farmlands. The spoken language of choice is Hungarian, and in many areas ethnic Slovaks are a significant minority.

The last Slovak stop on the Danube before heading south to Budapest is Štúrovo, named after the legendary Slovak hero Ľudovít Štúr. While Štúrovo is itself rather unremarkable, the city on the Hungarian side, Ezstergom, is stunning. The massive basilica above the town is one of the grandest churches in all of Europe. Thanks to the recent reconstruction of the Mária Valéria bridge, visitors can walk across the river in just a few minutes.

Bela and its surroundings, Southern Slovakia

Wooden mill at Kolarovo, Southern Slovakia

Komarno main square

Riding horses, Kolarovo, Southern Slovakia

Chateau Bela, Southern Slovakia

Hungarian bazilika at Esztergom

Hungarian bazilika at Esztergom during storm

Esztergom Bazilika