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Slovakia
LocationLocation: Slovakia is in Central Europe, south of Poland

Geographical FeaturesGeographical Features: The Slovak landscape is noted primarily for its mountainous nature, with the Carpathian Mountains extending across most of the northern half of the country. Amongst them are the high peaks of the Tatra mountains, which are a popular skiing destination and home to many scenic lakes and valleys as well as the highest point in Slovakia, the Gerlachovský štít at 2,655 m. Lowlands are found in the south-western (along the Danube) and south-eastern parts of Slovakia. Major Slovak rivers, besides the Danube, are the Váh and the Hron.

Total Area: 48,845 km2 (18,854 miles2)
Coastline: Landlocked
Lowest Point: 94 m (308 feet)
Bodrok River
Highest Point: 2,655 m (8,708 feet)
Gerlachovsky Stit

Regions Regions/States/Provinces/Districts: Slovakia is subdivided into 8 "kraje" (singular - kraj).

Banska Bystrica region (Banskobystrický kraj), Bratislava region (Bratislavský kraj), Kosice region (Košický kraj, Nitra region (Nitriansky kraj), Presov region (Prešovský kraj,Trencin region (Trenciansky kraj), Trnava region (Trnavský kraj), Zilina region (Žilinský kraj)
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