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Slovakia is divided into eight administrative regions, which are further divided into 79 districts. The regions of Slovakia are
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Slovakia is a landlocked country in Central Europe bordered by the Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Poland, and Ukraine. The country is divided into 8 self-governing administrative regions for governance and regional administration. Bratislava is the national capital and also the largest city in Slovakia.
The country includes the Carpathian Mountains, river valleys, forests, plains, historic towns, and industrial regions spread across Central Europe. Different regions are known for manufacturing, automotive production, tourism, agriculture, mining, and cultural heritage.
Key Facts
- National capital: Bratislava
- Total population: 5,500,000 (Official estimate 2025)
- Total area: 49,035 km² (18,932 sq miles)
- Currency: Euro (€ , EUR)
- Bordering countries: Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Ukraine
- Total Regions: 8
- Total Districts: 79
List of Regions and Capitals of Slovakia
Total administrative divisions shown: 8 | Combined population: 5,500,000 | Combined area: 49,035 km²
| # | Region Name | Capital City | Geographic Region | Area (km²) | Population (Latest Estimate) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banská Bystrica Region | Banská Bystrica | Central Highlands | 9,454 | 640,000 |
| 2 | Bratislava Region | Bratislava | Western Slovakia | 2,053 | 730,000 |
| 3 | Košice Region | Košice | Eastern Slovakia | 6,754 | 800,000 |
| 4 | Nitra Region | Nitra | Danubian Lowlands | 6,344 | 670,000 |
| 5 | Prešov Region | Prešov | Northeastern Carpathians | 8,973 | 820,000 |
| 6 | Trenčín Region | Trenčín | Northwestern Slovakia | 4,502 | 580,000 |
| 7 | Trnava Region | Trnava | Western Plains | 4,147 | 570,000 |
| 8 | Žilina Region | Žilina | Northern Mountains | 6,809 | 690,000 |
Largest Regions by Area
- Banská Bystrica Region - 3,650 sq mi (9,454 km²)
- Prešov Region - 3,464 sq mi (8,973 km²)
- Žilina Region - 2,629 sq mi (6,809 km²)
- Košice Region - 2,608 sq mi (6,754 km²)
- Nitra Region - 2,449 sq mi (6,344 km²)
- Trenčín Region - 1,738 sq mi (4,502 km²)
- Trnava Region - 1,601 sq mi (4,147 km²)
- Bratislava Region - 793 sq mi (2,053 km²)
Most Populous Regions
- Prešov Region - Population: 820,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Košice Region - Population: 800,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Bratislava Region - Population: 730,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Žilina Region - Population: 690,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Nitra Region - Population: 670,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Banská Bystrica Region - Population: 640,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Trenčín Region - Population: 580,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Trnava Region - Population: 570,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
Smallest Regions by Area
- Bratislava Region - 793 sq mi (2,053 km²)
- Trnava Region - 1,601 sq mi (4,147 km²)
- Trenčín Region - 1,738 sq mi (4,502 km²)
- Nitra Region - 2,449 sq mi (6,344 km²)
- Košice Region - 2,608 sq mi (6,754 km²)
- Žilina Region - 2,629 sq mi (6,809 km²)
Regions by Geographic Grouping
- Central Highlands: Banská Bystrica Region
- Danubian Lowlands: Nitra Region
- Eastern Slovakia: Košice Region
- Northeastern Carpathians: Prešov Region
- Northern Mountains: Žilina Region
- Northwestern Slovakia: Trenčín Region
- Western Plains: Trnava Region
- Western Slovakia: Bratislava Region
Landlocked Regions
- All regions of Slovakia are landlocked.
Regions Sharing Borders with Other Countries
- Czech Republic: Bratislava Region, Trenčín Region, Žilina Region
- Austria: Bratislava Region
- Hungary: Bratislava Region, Nitra Region, Banská Bystrica Region, Košice Region
- Poland: Žilina Region, Prešov Region
- Ukraine: Prešov Region
Major Economic Activities by Region
| Region | Main Economic Activity | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Bratislava Region | Finance and technology | National capital and automotive industry |
| Košice Region | Steel and manufacturing | Industrial production and eastern trade |
| Žilina Region | Automotive manufacturing | Car production and mountain tourism |
| Prešov Region | Tourism and forestry | Tatra Mountains and national parks |
| Nitra Region | Agriculture and food processing | Fertile plains and farming |
| Banská Bystrica Region | Mining and tourism | Historic mining towns and mountains |
Important Natural and Cultural Areas
- High Tatras Mountains: Prešov Region
- Bratislava Castle: Bratislava Region
- Slovak Paradise National Park: Košice Region
- Low Tatras: Banská Bystrica Region
- Orava Castle: Žilina Region
- Nitra Castle: Nitra Region
Sources
- Statistical Office of the Slovak Republic
- World Bank - Slovakia Data
- CIA World Factbook - Slovakia
- Encyclopaedia Britannica - Slovakia
- Government of Slovakia
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