Beautiful nature, historical monuments, extensive cycling and cross-country skiing tracks, a number of thermal baths and thermal water parks, well-equipped ski resorts and good-quality traditional cuisine are the reasons why you should visit the Žilina Region. Right here there is the most visited castle in Slovakia - the Orava Castle, the biggest wooden sculpture in Slovakia - the unique Slovak Astronomical Clock in Stará Bystrica, the unique exposition of tinkering in the Budatín Castle or the historical forest switchback railway in Vychylovka. The village Čičmany, known for its log houses painted with ornaments, which look like gingerbread cottages, will attract everyone. The rafting along the Strečno Castle or the Orava Castle is an experience for the whole family. Tourism fans will come to their own at the Jánošík’s Diery in Terchová, on the crests of Roháče Mountains, or in the Demänovská Cave. For lovers of UNESCO sights, the Vlkolínec village near Ružomberok and wooden churches are an excellent tip. From the county of Jánošík, no one should leave without visiting the sheds and chalets, where the most delicate potato dumplings with sheep cheese are cooked and the best cheese delicacies are made.
