Bratislava

Eastern Europe, Slovakia
Slovakia

People from Bratislava are called:

Male/General:

Bratislavan

Pronunciation:

/ˌbrætɪˈslɑːvən/

Etymology & Origin

From 'Bratislav', combining Slavic 'brat' (brother) and 'slav' (glory or fame).

About Bratislava

  • Capital and largest city of Slovakia.
  • Located on the Danube River near Austrian and Hungarian borders.
  • Historic city with well-preserved medieval castle and old town.
  • Important river port and industrial center of Central Europe.

Quick Facts

Population:
475,503 (2024 est.)
Country:
Slovakia
Region:
Eastern Europe

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