SK, Low Tatras: The Cabin of Milan Rastislav Štefánik

History

The family publishing house Dajama has already prepared the 333rd publication for its readers, which this time will take you to the Low Tatras. As we know, Slovakia is a promised country of tourism. This has been the case for a long time, after all, already in the second half of the 19th century, the basic network of shelters and cottages in the territory of the then Upper Hungary gradually began to form.

It is interesting that in less than a hundred years more than two hundred such objects have been added. To date, however, not many have been preserved. The famous "Štefánička" belongs to the mountain buildings that still stand and have been a part of the Low Tatras for almost a century.

Few of the tourist cottages in Slovakia have such a story. She was literally the "child" of the new Czechoslovak Republic and was considered her own not only by Slovaks, but also by Moravians and Czechs. The then main initiator of the construction was the Club of Czechoslovak Tourists (1924). Over the years, the cottage has become an iconic place and community center not only for tourists, but also for people looking for peace, understanding and well-being. An unforgettable atmosphere was created here by generations of cottagers, who have indelibly written their history.

About the Cabin

The cottage is located at the crossroads of hiking trails at an altitude of 1740 meters and is set in the Ďumbierské klippe. Throughout the year, it provides accommodation, refreshments or a pleasant sitting in an alpine environment. In addition to the exceptional atmosphere, you will find a small exhibition showing the history of the cottage and its surroundings, while you can enjoy a unique "carrier´s" beer. It is the highest draft drink in central Slovakia. The cottage is accessible only on foot, from the south side from Trangoška along the green tourist sign, from Kosodřevina along the blue sign, from Mýtná pod Ďumbierom along the yellow sign or along the ridge of the Low Tatras from Chopok and Čertovice along the red highway.

About the Book

The new publication Štefánička - Cottage of Milan Rastislav Štefánik by the author pen of Petr Urban, Olga Kaliská, Jozef Pupák and the team captures the stories of the cottage and people in an engaging way. On a total of 158 pages, you will learn about the beginnings of organized tourism in the Low Tatras, the history of Ďumbierské chats and also about the origin and "life" of Štefánička. Gradually, you will discover historical events, the activities of individual cottagers, cottage transformations or activities - from ski races to caving and ski mountaineering. You will also read about the work of artists in the cottage, for which it was a popular place of their work, and you will immerse yourself in the beautiful memories of people who fell in love with it.

Win a Prize!

You can find unique publications in bookstores or e-shops. However, if you write us the answer to the question: "Under which low-Tatra hill is the Štefánička cottage located?" At 4gsyQOQa9~Bq2~6_Tlx, we will be happy to include you in the draw. The evaluation of the competition will take place on our social networks on Monday, January 11, 2021.

GPS: 48°55'35.6"N 19°38'58.4"E

Source and photos: PR, Dajama publishing

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