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The 'UFO'

Previously published photo showing a night view from this iconic bridge. Towering above Bratislava on the SNP Bridge, the UFO tower’s flying-saucer design has symbolised modern Slovakia since 1972. Its circular dome at 95 meters hosts a café and an observation deck offering views up to 100 km—on clear evenings, Austria and Hungary are visible. An elevator whisks visitors to the top in 45 seconds; an emergency staircase inside the pylon boasts 430 steps. Originally built for both function and flair, the UFO’s distinctive form was practical for bridge assembly—not planned as a “spaceship”, but the nickname quickly stuck. Today, the UFO glows over the city at night, linking the Danube with Bratislava’s skyline and futuristic spirit.
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Boarischa Krautmo said:

an ufo, clearly.
3 days ago ( translate )

Boarischa Krautmo replied to Boarischa Krautmo:

;-)
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William Sutherland said:

Excellent capture!

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Richard Nuttall said:

Nice one -I have to get to Bratislava, the only place I've been to in Slovakia is Sturove, I did manage 2 bottles of Zlaty Bezant though!
2 days ago

m̌ ḫ replied to Richard Nuttall:

Lol, what a memory 2 bottles of Zlatý Bažant in Štúrovo. A boat trip I guess?
2 days ago

Gudrun said:

A well chosen viewpoint looking up at the UFO in its frame of trees! The architecture is a classic of the time.
2 days ago