Zvolen

Zvolen is a city in central Slovakia, situated at the confluence of the Hron and Slatina rivers. It is known for its historical and cultural attractions. It is surrounded by the Poľana mountain to the east, the Kremnické vrchy to the west, and the Javorie and Štiavnické vrchy to the south. The population is approximately 40,500, making it the twelfth-largest city in Slovakia by population and thirteenth by area. It is the centre of the Podpoľanie historical region and the seat of Zvolen District. It is also a major transport hub, being one of the four principal railway junctions in Slovakia (together with Bratislava, Košice, and Žilina).