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The Prime Minister of India will undertake a historic state visit to Slovakia marking the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Central European nation since its independence.

About Slovakia

• Location: It is a mountainous landlocked country in Central Europe.
• Bordering Countries: It is bordered by 5 Nations: by Poland in the north; Hungary in the south; Ukraine in the east; Austria in the southwest and Czech Republic in the west. 
• It is a member of the European Union and NATO.
• Capital City: Bratislava

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Geographical Features of Slovakia

• Topography: Slovakia’s geography is largely mountainous in the northern and central parts of the country, while the southern part is covered by lowlands.
• Climate: It experiences a continental climate common to central Europe, characterised by warm, dry summers and cold winters.
• Mountain Ranges: Ore Mountains, Tatra Mountains and Carpathian Mountains 
• Highest Peak: The highest point is Gerlach Peak
• Major Rivers: Danube, Morava, Hron, Hornad and Vah
• Natural Resources: It mainly consists of iron ore, copper, manganese, magnesite, lead, and zinc.

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