Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia. Located on the banks of the River Danube, it is at the crossroads of ancient trading routes right at the heart of Europe. Some of the major places to visit are the St Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava Castle, St. Elizabeth's Church, better known as "the Blue Church," and the Slovak National Gallery. Other places of interest are Bibiana Children's Museum, Zoo and Dino Park and the Botanical Garden. Bratislava is a city that offers something for everyone. Piestany is a quiet spa- resort town. It was founded in 1889 in the picturesque valley of the Vah River. The spa is renowned for the successful treatment of arthritis. Piestany offers beautiful parks, sport facilities, summer music festivals, year-round live entertainment, casinos, and shopping. Some of the major places to visit are the ruins of a medieval monastery from the 13th Century, the Napoleon Spa, a complex of Neo-classicist spa buildings and the Kolonádový Bridge.
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