Košice

Košice – Cultural Capital of the East

Description
Košice is Slovakia’s second-largest city and a major cultural center in the east.

Geography
Eastern Slovakia
Košice Basin
Near Slovak-Hungarian borderlands

History
Medieval royal town
Important trade center
European Capital of Culture (2013)

Culture
Strong theater and music scene
Multicultural heritage
Vibrant student population

Economy
Industry and manufacturing
IT and services
Education

Tourism & Attractions
St. Elisabeth Cathedral
Hlavná Street
Urban park and fountains