Einar H. Dyvik
Research expert covering Nordics and global data for society, economy, and politics
Slovakia - Statistics & Facts
Slovakia, officially known as the Slovak Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It was part of the Kingdom of Hungary for centuries before joining Czechoslovakia after World War I. Slovakia became an independent nation in 1993 following the peaceful dissolution of Czechoslovakia. The country now shares borders with Austria, Czechia, Poland, Ukraine, and Hungary. It is home to the High Tatras, the traditional dish bryndzové halušky, rich folk traditions, and numerous castles.
