Slovakia is a landlocked country in central Europe. The country has borders to the north with Poland, to the east with Ukraine, to the south with Hungary, and to the south-west with Austria.

The rugged Carpathian Mountains dominate the landscape, with vast forests and pastures in the lowland areas in the southern region.

There are numerous Baroque and Gothic towns across the country offering a mix of leisurely cafe culture and winding streets, and elegant chateaux and castles, Gothic churches, and sprawling lush forests and national parks.