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    This document discusses historical cities as an important phenomenon for the development of urban tourism in Slovakia. It provides background on Slovakia and defines urban tourism. Historical cities are highlighted as major attractions that drive tourism due to their cultural heritage, architecture, and sense of identity. Several of Slovakia's most visited historical cities are described, including Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, and Levoca. The document also notes the challenges of mass tourism, such as overcrowding, and the need for sustainable tourism strategies to manage tourist flows and promote cultural and environmental protection in these historic urban areas.

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    This document discusses historical cities as an important phenomenon for the development of urban tourism in Slovakia. It provides background on Slovakia and defines urban tourism. Historical cities are highlighted as major attractions that drive tourism due to their cultural heritage, architecture, and sense of identity. Several of Slovakia's most visited historical cities are described, including Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, and Levoca. The document also notes the challenges of mass tourism, such as overcrowding, and the need for sustainable tourism strategies to manage tourist flows and promote cultural and environmental protection in these historic urban areas.

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    This document discusses historical cities as an important phenomenon for the development of urban tourism in Slovakia. It provides background on Slovakia and defines urban tourism. Historical cities are highlighted as major attractions that drive tourism due to their cultural heritage, architecture, and sense of identity. Several of Slovakia's most visited historical cities are described, including Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, and Levoca. The document also notes the challenges of mass tourism, such as overcrowding, and the need for sustainable tourism strategies to manage tourist flows and promote cultural and environmental protection in these historic urban areas.

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    Slovak historical cities as an important

    phenomenon of the development of


    urban tourism

    Naďa Psodorovová
    1. Slovakia

    2. Urban tourism

    Content 3. Historical cities as an important


    phenomenon of the development of
    urban tourism

    4. Mass tourism in historic cities


    1. Slovakia

    • Central European landlocked country

    • Austria, Czech republic, Hungary, Poland, Ukraine

    • 1918 Geopolitical unit- Czechoslovakia

    • Capital city: Bratislava

    • 1993- Slovak republic

    • 2004- NATO & EU


    2. Urban tourism

    • segment of the global


    tourism industry
    • involves activities such as
    sightseeing, shopping,
    attending cultural events, and
    exploring historical sites and
    landmarks
    • increasingly popular in
    recent years
    • significant economic benefits
    for the cities being visited
    2.1. Historical background of
    urban tourism

    • Can be traced to ancient times

    • Modern urban tourism emerged in


    19th century

    • Growth of mass tourism in the


    20th century
    2.2. Factors driving urban tourism

    A. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT- economic activity, job opportunities,


    education

    B. CULTURAL HERITAGE- architecture, art, traditions, history

    C. ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE OFFERINGS- shopping, dining,


    nightlife, sports events

    D. ACCESSIBILITY- easy and efficient transportation options, accessible


    infrastructure and services
    2.3. Trends in urban tourism
    • growing trend towards sustainable tourism

    • Important role: technology – digital marketing, online booking, etc.

    • Cultural tourism

    • Experience- based tourism


    3. Historical Cities as an Important Phenomenon
    of the Development of Urban Tourism

    • Unique opportunity to explore the rich cultural

    and historical heritage of a destination

    • Important economic driver- creating job opportunities,


    contributing to the local economy
    3.1. Importance of Historic cities in Slovakia
    • Slovakia= country rich in history and cultural heritage

    • Historic cities are and essential part of Slovakia´s tourism industry

    • Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, Nitra, Trnava, Trenčín, Prešov=


    most visited historical cities in Slovakia

    • Home to a wide range of historical buildings, museums, galleries

    • They are providing a sesnse of palce and identity to a destination


    Historic centre
    • Often the heart of the city

    • Showcases the architectural styles and artistic achievements of


    different periods

    • They attract investment in urban infrastructure and services=


    development of the local economy
    BRATISLAVA

    • The capital city of Slovakia

    • Home to a range of historical


    landmarks:

    Bratislava Castle, St. Martin´s


    Cathedral, Michael´s Gate, Devín
    Castle
    • Second- largest city in Slovakia
    KOŠICE • Cultural and historical significance

    • St. Elizabeth Cathedral, the East Slovak


    Museum, Miklus Prison Museum
    BANSKÁ ŠTIAVNICA
    • Historic town in central Slovakia

    • Rich mining history (Middle Ages)

    • Historic centre is a UNESCO World


    Heritage Site

    • Holy Trinity Square, The Old Castle, The


    New Castle

    • Several mining museums


    • Small town located in eastern Slovakia

    LEVOČA • UNESCO World Heritage Site

    • St. James Church- largest wooden altar in the world


    TRENČÍN

    • Western Slovakia
    • Well- preserved medieval
    castle
    • St. Nicholas Church, The
    Old Town Hall, Jewish
    Synagogue
    • Trenčín to be the European
    Capital of Culture in 2026
    TRNAVA
    • „Little Rome of Slovakia“
    • Long catholic tradition
    • Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, The
    Church of St. Nicholas, The Church of
    St. Helen
    BARDEJOV
    • Eastern Slovakia´s small town

    • Town historic centre= UNESCO

    • St. Giles Church, The Old Town,


    Hall, Jewish Synagogue

    • Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque


    Architecture
    3.2. Unique Features of Slovak Historic Cities

    • Historical Landmarks- castles, churches, museums, etc.

    • Cultural Festivals

    • Traditional Cuisine- blend of Eastern European and Central European flavours

    • Architecture- blend of different styles- Baroque, Gothic, Renaissance

    • Natural Beauty- mountains, forests, rivers- outdoor activities- hiking, cycling,

    rafting
    4. Mass Tourism in Historic Cities

    • arrival of a large number of visitors to a destination, which can lead to

    overcrowding, environmental degradation, and cultural erosion

    • dominant trend in the global tourism industry

    • it makes significant challenges to historic cities in Slovakia


    4.1. Main challenges of mass tourism and their
    impact on sustainable tourism
    OVERCROWDING
    • Large crowds of visitors
    • Traffic jams, pollution, noise,
    safety issues
    • Can also cause damage to
    historical monuments and
    infrastructure & harm the quality
    of life of local residents
    SOLUTION:
    - Manage tourist flows and provide
    adequate infrastructure and services
    PRESSURE ON
    CULTURAL HERITAGE

    • Damage, degradation and loss


    of authenticity of cultural
    monuments
    • Graffiti, scratches and other
    damages
    SOLUTION:
    - Balance the needs of tourism
    within the protection and
    preservation of cultural heritage
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    IMPACTS
    • Air and water pollution, waste
    generation, energy consumption
    • Hotels and restaurants can cause
    degradation and loss of biodiversity
    SOLUTION:
    - To adapt sustainable tourism
    practices that minimize the
    environmental impact of tourism
    and promothe the conservation of
    natural resources
    ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL
    IMPACTS
    • Both positive and negative
    impacts on historic cities
    + Can generate significant income
    and employment opportunities
    - Can lead to the commodification
    of the local culture
    SOLUTION:
    - To adapt a sustainable tourism
    approach that balances economic
    development with social and
    cultural preservation
    4.2. SOLUTIONS TO MANAGE MASS
    TOURISM IN HISTORIC CITIES
    Develop a sustainable tourism strategy

    • Long- term plan that balances the needs of tourism

    • It should:

    a) involve all stakeholders- local communities

    b) be based on the principles of sustainability


    • Adapting measures – limiting the
    number of visitors, promoting off-
    Manage tourist peak season travel
    • Creating alternative tourism
    flows products and experiences
    • Providing adequate infrastructure
    and services
    Promote responsible
    tourism
    • Educating tourists about the local culture,
    heritage, environment
    THANK YOU FOR
    YOUR ATTENTION

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