Záhorie
Záhorie is a region in Western Slovakia.
Cities
HolíčA town nearby Hodonín, which is right across the state border.
ModraA town famous for its pottery industry. Its blue-and-white porcelain is famous throughout Slovakia. It is also known as one of the most important viticulture centers in the Little Carpathians region.
SkalicaEconomically the strongest town in the region. Also a good tourist destination thanks to its preserved city center and historical monuments.
Understand
The word "Záhorie" means "(The land) behind the mountains", referring to the Little Carpathians mountains that separate Záhorie from the rest of Slovakia.
See
Habánsky dvorAn showcase of a typical "haban house" in the Veľké Leváre town. Guided visit can be arranged.
Church of Virgin Marry of Seven GrievancesOne of the most important Slovak basilica minors.
Jewish synagogue in Malacky
Manor house in HolíčA former water-castle, rebuilt to a manor house.
Manor house in MalackyOriginally a baroque home of the noble family of Palffy, re-purposed multiple times since. A relatively big park is accessible behind the main building.
Castle ruins:
Korlátka
Ostrý Kameň
PajštúnThis 13th century castle is a popular destination for Bratislava's inhabitants, because of the proximity. The castle was ruined in early 19th century.
Plavecký hrad
Do
Driny caveThe only accessible cave in Western slovakia.
Little CarpathiansA mountain range, part of Carpathians. The area is not compact, the hills are also not very tall.
Smrdáky spa