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A world famous spa resort 45 km of Trenčín. the spa specialises on treatment of skeletal system and nervous system disorders. A spring of sulphur-carbon and calcium-magnesium mineral water of 67 – 69 ºC can be found on the Spa Island, where sulphuric mud is extracted. The city is connected with the Spa Island via a roofed Kolonada brodge. Of historic value area also the premises of the Napoleonic spa complex, Thermia Palace, as well as preserved parts of former Gothic church, the Johanites monastery, and Classical St. Stephan´s church with valuable interior. On the Spa Island besides admiring statutes, sculptures and fountains, you can also bathe at the Eva thermal swimming pool. The city also houses a balneology museum. Symbol of the spa is the crutch-breaker-statue of a man breaking his crutch. The famous Sĺňava lake offers various opportunities for leisure activities, water sports and fishing.
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