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Slovakia is located in central Europe. The land has rugged mountains and is rich in mineral resources, with vast forests and pastures. Slovakia’s tourism industry has grown remarkably since independence. By the late 1990s the country was receiving more than 500,000 visitors each year. Slovakia’s historic towns and numerous mountain ski resorts are the more popular tourist destinations. Bratislava, the capital, has been booming in recent years. With a surprisingly rich cultural life, Bratislava is a capital city without the usual tourist congestion. Travelers can rent a car at Bratislava airport, which is located just 9 kilometers from the city center. From folk festivals and castle tours to snow boarding and hiking, you’ll find Slovakia a spectacular country to visit. The High Tatras are the most compact mountains of alpine type in Europe. The resort is a popular destination for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Although Slovakia has no sea and the natural lakes are not numerous either, it can offer water bodies for bathing and water sports. There are many artificial water reservoirs, which were made by blocking rivers or after extraction of gravel and sand. The development of Slovak culture reflects the country's rich folk tradition, in addition to the influence of broader European trends. The impact of centuries of cultural repression and control by foreign governments is also evident in much of Slovakia’s art, literature, and music. There are 12 state scientific libraries in Slovakia, 473 libraries affiliated with universities and institutions of higher learning, and 2600 public libraries. Slovakia is also home to more than 50 museums. The Slovak National Museum, located in Bratislava, contains exhibits on Slovak history, archaeology, and musicology, and is probably the country’s best-known museum.