Bratislava

Download or read book Bratislava written by Lucy Mallows and published by Bradt Travel Guides. This book was released on 2005 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bratislava is the latest in the Bradt collection of city guides to many of eastern Europe's cultural gems. This Slovak capital, impressively set on the Danube boasting stunningly restored baroque and rococo buildings, begs to be explored on foot with the author's walking tour of the highlights. Full details of the practicalities of visiting are provided, including accommodations, eating out, transportation, and out-of-town excursions plus a full background spanning the city's culture and its checkered history. Features include: >History and culture, providing insight into the many restored architectural attractions of this splendid city >Restaurants, cafes, bars, and nightlife, plus souvenir shopping and museums >Day trips from Bratislava >City maps in full-color