The document introduces the town of Nové Mesto nad Váhom in Slovakia. It discusses the town's history, mentioning that it developed from a medieval settlement established at a trade route crossroad and was attacked by Turks in the 13th and 17th centuries. Notable landmarks in the town include the 13th century fortified Church of Nativity of Virgin Mary and the 17th century City Museum housed in a palace. The document also highlights nearby attractions like several castles, the Carpathian Mountains, the Zelená voda resort on a freezing lake, and folk traditions like an annual fair.

2. Welcome to Slovakia, welcome to
our region
Our town Nové Mesto nad Váhom is in
the heart of the region. Welcome to the
central square. Is it not beautiful?

3. History of our town
Our town Nové Mesto nad
Váhom developed from a
medieval settlement
established at the
crossroad of trade routes.
The city was like other
Slovak towns under attacks
of Turks in 13th and 17th
centuries.

4. The earliest recorded
mention
The first recorded mention
dates back to 1253, when
the king Bela IV granted
freedom to the townsmen for
their loyalty in the Mongol
invasion.

5. The fortified Church of
Nativity of Virgin Mary,
13th century, ranks
among the most beautiful
monuments of the region.

6. In the years 1414 - 1423 the church was rebuilt
in Gothic style. Since 17th century its interior is
in Baroque style.

7. The main altar of the Church of Nativity
of Virgin Mary

8. This charming Madonna, the early 17th century, is–
the patron of the church. Annually many pilgrimsrims
from the near and distant surroundings com
visit the place on 8 September. You can see it in the
coat of arms of the town, too.

9. The Protestant church of 1787 with a tower
attached in 1928.

10. In this palace of 17th century is the City
Museum

11. The plague column of 1696

12. One of the oldest lanes of the town

13. Our beloved pizzeria

14. Carpathian Mountains
The nature in our region is
beautiful all year long.
Whenever you come to visit us
you will be captivated by its
charm. Just look at it.

15. Veľká Javorina
Veľká Javorina 969.8 m - the highest hill of the
White Carpathians on the border between
Moravia and Slovakia

16. The river Váh
The medieval
town was
situated near a
ford across the
river Váh.

17. Zelená voda resort
In the holiday resort Zelená voda
there is a lake that freezes every
winter. In the summer lots of people
from far away go swimming there. It
is a very nice place for family trips.

18. Castles
There are several castles in the
vicinity of the town. All of them are
interesting tourist destinations.
Just come to visit them!
Beckov, 12th century.
Premises open to the
public.
Čachtický hrad, 13th century, ruins

19. Its history dates back
to the Roman Empire,
as evidenced by the
inscription on the castle
rock (179 A.D.) The
castle is open to the
public.
Trenčín
Tematín, 13th century,
ruins

20. Sport
In our city there is a lot of sport clubs & teams, e.g. :
AFC Nové Mesto nad Váhom
BOX CLUB Nové Mesto nad Váhom
VK Nové Mesto
KARATE Club Goyu Ryu
ETNAsk
CHESS TEAM ŠO Nové Mesto nad Váhom
HK Bulldogs
POVAŽAN NMnV Weightlifting club
and lots of others ...

21. Our region is beautifull in every
season

22. Traditions
Folklore group Otava
Annual fair held in
September. It has got
a long tradition.

23. Christmas atmosphere in our
town

25. This PC room was equipped with
computers for money from the
European funds. The facade was
financed from the EU funds, too.
Our school

26. After visiting our region go back
to your homes and spread the
good news about its beauty all
over the world.


27. Quiz
1. Try to find the name of the river in the
name of our town.
Váh
2. To which century does the first recorded
mention of the town date back?
13th st.
3. What symbol is in the coat of arms
of our town?
Virgin Mary
4. How many castles did you see in the
presentation?
Four
5. Which sport clubs are there in our
region?
eight
6. Can people go skiing in our region?
Yes
7. Are there two or three churches in our
town?
two
8. Which Asiatic tribes invaded our region in
13th and 17th centuries?
Turks and Mongols