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In a country blessed with multitude of beautiful landscapes, Spis is considered a little bit special, even by the Slovaks. Interestingly, the region has no official status with Slovakia. It is not an administrative area but rather a place defined by its shared culture, dialect and dress. For the Slovakians its influence is profound – everyone can tell you how to get there. Photo by: Statiönchen 1

Its borders are generally defined as being the Tatras Mountains to the north, the Lovoca Mountains to the east, and the Slovenske Rudohorie Mountains to the south. It is a rolling hilly place filled with beautiful walking routes that take you along step, forest-clad canyons, dotted with waterfalls and fast-flowing steams. In the summer people come to hike the trails and soak in thermal spas, and in winter they come to ski. Photo by: richard-hutyra

Spis‘s attractions are historic as well as natural. Its major landmark is the majestic Spis Castle – one of Europe’s largest fortresses – which looms on perilous cliffs 2,080 feet (634 m) above sea level and provides towering views of the surrounding landscape. Location: Spis, Slovakia. Photo by: sevensecuk