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	Bratislava City.sk - General - City history
		Bratislava is the Capital, and the biggest city in Slovak republic.
		Bratislava was founded on the crossroad of two important trade routes - the Podunajská, which connected the east and southeast of Europe with the west, and the Jantarová, which connected the southern, Adriatic area with the northern, Baltic area.
		In 1805, in the Archbishop's Palace, the Bratislava Peace Treaty was signed by Napoleon Bonaparte and the austrian emeperor František I. However, Napoleon didn't respect the treaty, and on June 26-28 in 1809 bombed Bratislava from the right bank of Danube.
	www.bratislavacity.sk /en/history (375 words)

	Bratislava (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and the country's largest city, with a population of some 430,000.
		Bratislava lies on the River Danube, at Slovakia's borders with Austria and Hungary, and relatively close to the border with the Czech Republic.
		Bratislava is picturesquely situated on both banks of the Danube, at the base of the outlying spurs of the Little Carpathians, in a position of strategic importance near the Devín Gate (earlier called Hainburger Pforte or Porta Hungarica), and the area includes a picturesque Old town.
	bratislava.iqnaut.net (1526 words)

	Bratislava, Slovakia - Maria Theresia, the queen, history of Bratislava (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bratislava, Slovakia - Maria Theresia, the queen, history of Bratislava
		The 19th century represented a time of economic development when significant factories and large enterprises were built.
		In 1840, a horse railway between Bratislava and Trnava was built.
	www.bratislavaslovakia.com /maria-theresia-bratislava.html (48 words)

	Bratislava History, Historic Events in Bratislava, Slovakia history
		Bratislava was always a meeting point of the trade crossroads in Central and Eastern Europe.
		History of Bratislava begins in 400 - 50 B.C.when an important Celtic town - "Oppidum" was established at the current territory of Bratislava city, Slovakia.
		Since the 18th century Bratislava is a important place of Slovak national and cultural movement, firstly led by writer Anton Bernolak, later by leader of Slovak national movement Ludovit Stur.
	www.bratislavahotels.com /bratislava-history-slovakia (476 words)

	Bratislava presented in Travelling section
		Bratislava (Pozsony in Hungarian, Pressburg in German) is Slovakia’s largest city and has been the capital since 1969.
		Bratislava isn’t as swamped by Western tourism as are Budapest and Prague (except on weekends when the Austrians invade).
		The biggest, oldest and finest church in Bratislava, St. Martin’s Cathedral was built in the gothic style in the C14th and C15th.
	www.newsfinder.org /site/comments/bratislava (854 words)

	Come To Slovakia ~ Bratislava ~ History
		Bratislava as a town was founded by German colonists in the 13th century.
		Wilson supported the creation of the country of Czechoslovakia after World War I. At that point, Bratislava had an ethnically diverse population: in addition to Slovaks, there were many Germans, Austrians, Hungarians, Romani (gypsies), Rusyns (also known as Ruthenians) and Jews.
		In what could be called an act of cultural terrorism, two-thirds of the Old Town, including most of the old Jewish quarter, was levelled to make space for the ultra-modern New Bridge (nicknamed the UFO bridge by locals).
	www.cometoslovakia.com /bratislava_history.html (428 words)

	Talk:Slovakia - Wikitravel
		Bratislava became an autonomous unit under Hungarian rule, and new city fortification walls surrounded by a moat were built.
		The Bratislava mint was established in 1430, and the king gave the town the right to use its own coat-of-arms in 1436.
		Bratislava, with 33,000 inhabitants, was the largest city in Hungary, but as the government officials left, so did the entrepreneurs, craftsmen and merchants.
	wikitravel.org /en/Talk:Slovakia (929 words)

	Bratislava Hotels - accommodation, Bratislava Lodging, Slovakia. Hotel in Bratislava, vacation, accommodation.
		Furthermore, Bratislava is the seat of the National Council of the Slovak Republic, the Government of the Slovak Republic, national ministries and the other central bodies of the state administration of the Slovak Republic.
		Bratislava is the most populous city in the Slovak Republic and its population is 450 000.
		The hotel is situated in the greater centre of Bratislava, the capital of the Slovak Republic.
	www.pragueholiday.cz /bratislava.html (863 words)

	History of Bratislava - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bratislava is a genuine town for the first time in history (it will become a de-facto town again in the 9th century AD and then again in the 11th century).
		Circa 1002, it is given by Gisela, the daughter of Henry II the Quarrelsome of Bavaria, as a dowry to Stephen I of Hungary, her new husband.
		During the construction of this bridge (next to the Bratislava Castle) and its access roads almost all of the Jewish quarter in the middle of the town was demolished, including a beautiful synagogue.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/History_of_Bratislava (4618 words)

	SLOVAKIA.ORG - History
		Except for a brief period during World War II, during which Slovakia was a protectorate state of Nazi Germany, the Slovak people have been subjected to domination by stronger political entities, such as the Czechs of the Czechoslovak federation, the Magyars of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and the sovereigns of the Habsburg Empire.
		Although the history of the Slovak people as expressed in the nation state is less than a decade old, Slovaks have existed as a unique entity for over 1500 years.
		A period in Slovak history is viewed by most Slovaks with mixed feelings since what was to be a joyous occasion that signaled the birth of a nation and the freedom of a peoples was overshadowed by atrocities sponsored by Nazi Germany.
	www.slovakia.org /history.htm (290 words)

	JewishJournal.com
		In 1947, the Jewish population in Bratislava was 7,000, bolstered by survivors who made their way to the capital from outlying towns and villages where Jewish life was not reconstituted after the war.
		Bratislava’s grand synagogue, built in 1926 in the elaborate 19th century style, with six great white columns, is the only pre-World War II shul still standing in the city.
		The only youngster in shul, of any age, was the rabbi’s 6-year-old son, who sat in the hollow of the prayer stand behind which his father was giving the sermon in Slovak.
	www.jewishjournal.com /home/preview.php?id=9910 (1137 words)

	Bratislava travel guide (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bratislava (425.000 inhabitants) is the capital of Slovakia.
		It is an old city with a long history and many sights.
		Bratislava Castle dominates the town, around the castle you find a couple of interesting museums, such as the Museum of Jewish Culture and the Municipal Museum.
	www.world66.com /europe/slovakia/bratislava (519 words)

	Bratislava Castle
		Bratislava Castle, looking over the historic core of the capital of the Slovak Republic is a landmark of this town and a National Cultural Monument that attracts the looks not only the inhabitants of Bratislava, but also the large amount of visitors from all parts of Slovakia, Europe and the whole World.
		Bratislava, owe to a great extent its eventful and fascinating history to its favorable geographic location.
		The next reconstruction started in 1552 after the Hungarian state administration was moved from Buda to Bratislava and the town having been declared the official coronation town for Hungarian Kings by the parliament.
	www.slovakheritage.org /Castles/bratislava.htm (1222 words)

	WHKMLA : History of Slovakia, 1241-1526
		The status of cities in Slovakia, such as Bratislava and Kosice, was elevated by the King granting them city privileges according to south German model (Bratislava 1291); these privileges provided for a higher degree of autonomy.
		Upper Hungary, as Slovakia was referred to, in the late 13th century, consisted of 12 comitates (counties) : Bratislava, Gemer, Hont, Liptov, Nitra, Orava, Spis, Saris, Tekov, Trencin, Turcin and Zvolen.
		History of Kosice, from Kosice Region; from Kosice.sk
	www.zum.de /whkmla/region/eceurope/slovakia12411526.html (414 words)

	Komerční banka Bratislava - History
		(herein "KB Bratislava") is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Komerční banka, a.
		KB Bratislava was founded as a natural step in the expansion of business and financial activities between the Czech and Slovak Republics.
		KB Bratislava conducts its business based on its banking licence and meets the criteria for all types of financial transactions, including capital market transactions (under the supervision of the Financial Market Authority).
	www.koba.sk /en/com/profile/history.shtml (144 words)

	Bratislava city guide: Bratislava travel guide Slovakia
		The most comfortable way to get to Bratislava is to use the services of one of dozen airlines connecting the capital of Slovakia with the world through Bratislava Airport (code BTS), the international airport situated just a 15 minute drive to the city centre...
		Although the Bratislava New Bridge with it's famous UFO-like tower has been constructed as early as in 1972, it was not until this summer that the flying saucer-shaped café became a popular tourist attraction.
		Bratislava, formerly known as Pressburg in German or Pozsony in Hungarian, is a city with rich history dating back to the times of at least six thousand years ago.
	www.hotels-in-bratislava.com /bratislava_guide.html (583 words)

	Bratislava, Slovakia
		When we arrived at Bratislava’s main train station, called Hlavna Stanica, we were met by Miro, a young, friendly and smart tour guide whom we arranged through the tourist board.
		The average daily winter temperature is 28º F; the average winter temperature is 70º F. Mike and I stayed at the newly renovated Crowne Plaza Bratislava.
		Some popular souvenirs from Bratislava are crystal, ceramic pieces, and dolls made of corn husk.
	www.johnnyjet.com /folder/archive/WheresJohnny08092006.html (4057 words)

	Bratislava and Surroundings
		The monumental Bratislava Castle, which recently rose from the ashes, is a real gem set in the city.
		Another great advantage of Bratislava is a rich offer of cultural and artistic undertakings, from opera or ballet performances in the illustrious Opera House of the Slovak National Theatre, or concerts during the Bratislava Music Festival BHS.
		In fine arts, the top event is Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava, where the most distinguished illustrators of children's books from all around the world present their latest works.
	www.slovakheritage.org /Shopping/Books/bratislava.htm (246 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Bratislava Old Town Hall, Slovakia at Epinions.com
		If you like exploring old buildings and picking up the history of Bratislava then a visit to the old town hall will be for you.
		Bratislava was at the edge of the old Roman Empire and there were some interesting foil thickness coins from around this era on display.
		The view from the top of the tower across the old city, to Bratislava castle on the nearby hill is certainly worth the walk.
	www.epinions.com /content_295095602820 (1347 words)

	History - City Gallery of Bratislava (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		In accordance with the preliminary proposal of the Resolution of the City Council of 31st December 1958, the Institute of National History of the City of Bratislava was established.
		The history of its collection dates back to the nineteenth century, when the City Museum was established in 1868 on the initiative of the Society of Beautifying the City.
		His magnificent collection of prints by international artists at Bratislava Castle, transferred to Vienna in 1794, became the core of the famous Albertina.
	www.gmb.sk /en/page/history/SID=34ec064a2d1c46743ae86bab6ef694bd (545 words)

	A trip to Bratislava \| Samizdata.net
		Bratislava is, to use the technical term, seething with babes.
		Bratislava is pretty much the place that puts the central in Central Europe and thus to say it has 'a lot of history' would be rather like describing Mt. Everest as 'rather large': true but misleading.
		Bratislava has clearly improved since I was last there, in the spring of 1990.
	www.samizdata.net /blog/archives/004400.html (1728 words)

	Bratislava history - City Guide of Bratislava in Slovakia.
		In the course of the later centuries the Celts, the Romans, the Slavs, the Germans and the Hungarians have ruled the area.
		Although the economic and political boon started here in 1291, as the city was granted extensive municipal privileges, the real heyday of Bratislava begun in 1536, when the greater part of Hungary was seized by the Turks and Bratislava became the political centre of the country.
		In 1993, the Czech and Slovak Federation broke-up and the independent Slovak Republic was born, with Bratislava as the capital.
	www.hotels-in-bratislava.com /bratislava_history.html (334 words)

	Bratislava City.sk - unofficial website of the Capital of Slovak republic
		This Bratislava website has grown out of personal interest to share the delights of our city with its visitors.
		Bratislava Guide - a comprehensive English language guide to the city
		U Mamicky Restaurant - one of Bratislava's best kept secrets, a superb restaurant at Palisady with a quirky Croation owner/chef
	www.bratislavacity.sk /en (172 words)

	Bratislava, Slovakia - history of Bratislava, information and description of historical Bratislava events (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bratislava, Slovakia - history of Bratislava, information and description of historical Bratislava events
		Bratislava then became an important political, economic and cultural centre.
		After 1536 Bratislava became the seat of the Imperial Council and the site for coronations for the next 300 years.
	www.bratislavaslovakia.com /new-period-bratislava.html (72 words)

	Bratislava History
		The Romans - the territory of Bratislava is the part of Limes Romanum, the system of fortified settlements protecting the Roman Empire from the Barbarian attacks
		The tragic Battle of Mohac - the Hungarian Kingdom with Bratislava as its important centre is integrated into the Habsburg Monarchy
		Fire by the soldiers protecting Bratislava against Napoleon's troops destroys the Castle and the great part of city
	www.bratislavaguide.info /bratislava-history.html (398 words)

	Bratislava - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bratislava (see below for other names) is the capital of Slovakia and the country's largest city, with a population of some 450,000.
		A curiosity is the underground restored portion of the Jewish cemetery where Rabbi Moses Sofer is buried.
		Public transportation in Bratislava is run by Dopravný podnik Bratislava, the city-owned company.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bratislava (1778 words)

	bratislava - Ask.com Web Search
		Not only is Bratislava the largest city in Slovakia, it also serves as the state capital.
		Furthermore, Bratislava is the seat of the National...
		Bratislava I 44,798, Bratislava II 108,139, Bratislava III 61,418, Bratislava IV...
	search.ask.com /web?q=bratislava (273 words)

	Cultural Heritage Preservation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		This project is based on the establishment of a permanent exhibition on Celtic history in Bratislava, towards the year 2000.
		It would be a memorial to the existence of a Celtic oppidum, a center of their economic and political power over a vast area, built 2000 years ago on the place of today Slovak capital.
		Such a presentation could offer children and young people the opportunity to learn about the ancient history of Bratislava in an attractive and informal way.
	www.iarelative.com /fchp/celts.htm (208 words)

	Bratislava: Stare Mesto Streets 2 - Cities in Slovakia pictures on Worldisround
		Bratislava: Stare Mesto Streets 2 - Cities in Slovakia pictures on Worldisround
		Cities in Slovakia - travel photos - I wrote more general information about Bratislava and its history in my previous article...
		I wrote more general information about Bratislava and its history in my previous article on its streets.
	www.worldisround.com /articles/46675/text.html (344 words)

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