THE HIGH TATRAS
The High Tatras are a powerful national symbol. On which two official Slovak symbols can you find them featured directly?
Our coat of arms and flag
The presentation highlights a specific castle with fairy-tale towers. What is the name of our most famous fairytale castle?
Bojnice
Skalka Park is a great place for dancers to train their core strength and stability. In which part of Slovakia is this adrenaline park located?
Central Slovakia/Skalka pri Kremnici
There is a unique Slovak village famous for its wooden houses painted with white geometric folk patterns. What is its name?
Čičmany
Bryndzové halušky is officially our #1 national dish. What is the exact base of this meal according to the slide description?
Potato gnocchi with a unique creamy sheep cheese (bryndza) and crispy bacon
The High Tatras hold a unique global title due to their compact size. What is this title?
They are the smallest high mountain range in the world
Spiš Castle is a magnificent historical site protected by UNESCO. What geographic title does it hold within our region?
One of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe
One of the main highlights of Skalka is a massive suspension bridge that tests your bravery. How long is this bridge in meters?
80 meters long
The traditional shepherd's flute called Fujara is protected by UNESCO and is famous for its extreme size. Exactly how long is it?
2 meters long
Borovička is a traditional spirit known for its forest-like aroma. What specific fermented ingredient gives it this smell?
Fermented juniper berries
Slovakia's mountains are packed with beautiful alpine peaks. How many peaks exceeding 2,500 meters can you find in this mountain range?
29 peaks
Slovakia is an absolute paradise for history lovers. Exactly how many castles and castle ruins can you find across the country?
180+
Suspension bridges can give you a real adrenaline rush. How high above the ground (in meters) does the bridge at Skalka hang?
45 meters high
Slovak folk dance is known around the world for its intense energy. How does the presentation describe the speed and look of these dances?
Extremely energetic and fast dances with rich, colorful costumes
There is one sweet snack that you will find in almost every Slovak backpack. What is the name of this peanut-filled wafer biscuit?
Horalka
The High Tatras cover a very specific and tight total area. How many square kilometers (km2) does this mountain range occupy?
340 km2
True or False: Spiš Castle is officially listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
True
For people who love extreme challenges, Skalka features the hardest climbing routes in Slovakia. What letter defines this extreme difficulty?
F-difficulty
The Fujara is a very unique instrument with a deep sound. According to the presentation, what was the original traditional job of the people who played the Fujara?
Shepherds
According to the text, Borovička is not just a regular drink, but it serves as a traditional symbol of what Slovak quality?
Slovak hospitality
These mountains are incredibly rich in water features formed by ancient glaciers. How many glacial lakes (plesá) are hidden there?
Over 100
Looking closely at the presentation slides, which of the two featured castles is shown standing as a massive white and gray stone ruin on a green hill?
Spiš Castle
The slide lists three main physical benefits of Via Ferrata for dancers. Name at least two of them.
Grip strength, acrobatic bravery, and stability
What color are the geometric patterns painted on the houses in Čičmany?
White
What type of specific animal milk is used to produce the traditional "bryndza" cheese featured on the top of our national dish?
Sheep milk