27–29 May 2024
FMFI UK
Europe/Bratislava timezone

Bratislava city

 

Bratsilava is the only capital city in the world located on the border of three sovereign states -- Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. For 247 years, Bratislava was the capital of the Hungarian Kingdom (1536 - 1783). It experienced rapid growth under the reign of Maria Theresia crowned the Hungarian queen in 1741 and the Bratislava Casle became a representative royal seat. 

 

 

The dominant feature of the city is Bratislava Castle with its characteristic four turrets and St. Martin's Cathedral . Among the modern buildings, the SNP Bridge on the Danube is the most striking . The historical center is declared a monument reserve . In the town district of Devín lies the ruins of the castle of the same name .

 

A few tourist attractions

  • Bratislava Castle
  • Danubiana 
  • Blue church
  • Devin Castle

 

A week before of our meeting, there will be the Starmus festival (12-17 May) held in Bratislava.