Venues
Congress venue
The congress will take place at the Faculty of Natural Sciences of Comenius University in Bratislava.
Lunch
Lunch will be served in the Družba cantina nearby the congress venue.
Congress dinner & social event
The congress evening event venue is the Bratislava Flagship restaurant, that is located on the SNP square.
Recomended acommodations
Hotel Devín, Riečna 162/4
Falkensteiner hotel, Pilarikova 7372
Ibis hotel, Zámocká 38
Clarion Congress hotel, Žabotova 2
Apollo Hotel, Dulovo námestie 1
How to get there
The complete guide for transport from airport, bus and train stations to the venues is currently being worked on.
Place
BRATISLAVA/ Pressburg/ Pozsony, also known as the Beauty on the Danube, not only boasts an interesting history but is also the center of one of Central Europe’s most dynamically developing regions. The city, with a population of 425,500, is situated in the southwest of Slovakia, stretching along both banks of the Danube River and in the foothills of the Little Carpathian Mountains. Thanks to this strategic location, Bratislava has always been a commercial hub.
Today, historic landmarks tell the story of the rapid development of the young Slovak Republic. Despite its rich history, Bratislava is one of the youngest capitals in the world, and its population is notably young. The modern metropolis is open to Europe and the world, as evidenced by the growing number of international visitors from diverse countries. They are drawn by the charm of this small yet vibrant city, which blends a lively social scene with historical attractions and contemporary trends. Visitors can enjoy palaces, modern shopping and trade centers, the culinary delights of Slovak chefs and brewers, friendly locals, and a variety of international cultural and sports events, exhibitions, and business opportunities — all of which make Bratislava a city worth visiting.
HISTORY
Bratislava has long been a strategically important city in Central Europe. December 2, 1291, is not the date of the city’s founding, but rather its “school leaving certificate,” marking the moment its citizens were granted the right to become free citizens of a royal borough. In the 14th and 15th centuries, the city experienced rapid trade development, and the founding of the Academia Istropolitana in 1467 cemented Bratislava’s importance as a cultural and educational center of the Kingdom of Hungary.
After the Ottoman Turks advanced deeper into the Kingdom of Hungary, Bratislava became the capital of the kingdom. It was the seat of the Hungarian Diet, the central administration, and the coronation town of Hungarian Kings and Queens. Between 1563 and 1830, eleven kings and eight royal wives were crowned in Bratislava.
The counter-Turk wars and the Rebellions of Estates in the 16th and 17th centuries interrupted the city’s development, but by the 18th century, particularly under the reign of Queen Maria Theresa, Bratislava’s significance increased again. Many splendid palaces and buildings from this period still stand today.
In the 19th century, the city emerged as a center of cultural life, and it was here that Slovak national emancipation was born. The revolutionary events, the workers’ movement, and the First World War left their mark on the city, but Bratislava ultimately became the political, economic, and cultural heart of Slovaks after 1918.
Today, Bratislava is a modern city and the seat of the country’s most important political, economic, social, and scientific institutions.
MONUMENTS
One of the city’s most prominent landmarks is The Castle of Bratislava, visible from afar. The Old Town, with its charming narrow streets, is the most attractive area of the city, housing the majority of historical sights and cultural institutions. The Old Town’s romantic alleys provide the perfect atmosphere for those wishing to experience history amidst the modern world.
Significant structures in the historic center are part of the Monument Town Reserve, preserving the city’s cultural and architectural heritage.
