This tiny country was formerly part of socialist Czechoslovakia. Today Slovakia is an independent state that is trying to find its own way in this world. And tourism is one of the main sectors of its economy, and the Slovaks are betting on the development of ski resorts, treatment and recovery with the help of mineral springs.
A vacation in Slovakia in August will help you get to know the country better, open yet unknown pages of its history, get acquainted with fairy-tale castles and their otherworldly inhabitants. For children, trips to national parks and protected areas will be interesting.
August weather conditions
The month that ends the Slovak summer pleases local residents and guests of the country with relatively warm temperatures of air and water in the lakes. On average, the temperature on the thermometer is + 22 ºС in the daytime, and colder by 5–7 ºС at night. On some days, you can observe summer records, when it is + 30 ºС outside at noon. The water in the lakes is still very comfortable for swimming and is + 23 ºС.
Taste of Slovakia
You can get to know this country in different ways, mastering its ski resorts and taking the famous medicinal baths, exploring the fortresses or seeing the sights of the capital. Another tasty way of learning through Slovak cuisine. Numerous restaurants will delight any gourmet visitor with a large selection of local cuisine, and with them an assortment of alcoholic beverages with a national flavor.
The visiting card of local chefs is a variety of vegetable soups, which are quite complex in composition and method of preparation, dumplings with fragrant cheese, dumplings and dumplings. Slovakia is proud of its strong drinks like plum brandy and boletus, vodka infused with juniper. Wines of our own production are popular not only among locals, but also among numerous tourists. The taste is excellent, the second attractive point is not very high prices.
Against the backdrop of nature
Summer counts down to the last warm days, and therefore tourists rush to enjoy the beautiful emerald landscapes. You can choose one of the nine national Slovak parks, go for a walk in the nearest square or garden.
The first place in popularity is firmly held by the Tatra Park, which is a national treasure. It is here that the highest point of Slovakia is located - Gerlachovsky Shtit. Tatras attract with their unique landscapes, abundance of birds and animals, as well as their famous caves. Unfortunately, so far only one of them is open for visits.
