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<text id=93CT1853>
<title>
Slovakia--Travel
</title>
<history>
Compact ALMANAC--CIA Factbook
Europe
Slovakia
</history>
<article>
<source>CIA World Factbook</source>
<hdr>
Travel
</hdr>
<body>
<p>Note: Czechoslovakia divided to become The Czech Republic and
Slovakia in January 1993.
</p>
<p> Climate and clothing: The climate is most pleasant during
May-August; smog and dampness prevail in November-March. Bring
rainwear and lightweight or heavy woolens depending on the
season.
</p>
<p> Customs and currency: US citizens must have visas. Tourist
visas, valid for one entry, usually can be obtained within 2
weeks. Visas require the tourist, upon entry, to purchase 30
West German marks (about $17 at the exchange rate of early
1990) a day in Czechoslovak crowns. Crowns may not be imported
or exported.
</p>
<p> Health: No unusual health precautions need be taken in
Prague; however, visitors coming from areas where yellow fever
or cholera are endemic must have proper inoculations. Tapwater
is usually safe. Bring any needed medications.
</p>
<p> Telecommunications: Telephone and cab service is adequate.
Czechoslovakia is six standard time zones ahead of eastern
standard time. Because of higher Czechoslovak rates, phone
calls to the United States should be made collect, if possible.
</p>
<p> Transportation: Czechoslovakia has a wide network of bus,
rail, and air services. Prague has a subway and streetcars, and
trolley buses serve cities and suburbs. Taxis and rental cars
are available. Main roads are adequate.
</p>
<p>Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Public Affairs,
February 1990.
</p>
</body>
</article>
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