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by Wildcat Dianne
Milton, Florida
August 24, 2004
The Collanade Bridge was built in 1933 in the functionalist style. It connects the spa with the town of Piestany and during the summer, it is crowded with tourists and people taking a cure at the spa. It is defined by the R. Kuhmayer sculpture of a man breaking crutches over his knee in victory of defeating his illness. There is also a plaque put up by the Communists in the 1950's dedicated the bridge to the workers and party members of Slovakia.
With its art nouveau architecture and other architectural styles, the bridge's modern design complements the spa and its grounds.
Don't miss the little shops on the bridge to browse in or buy inexpensive souvenirs. I bought my sister a Slovakia Kitchen Witch along with post cards for me. There is an ice cream stand there to have a little snack. That was my second full Slovak sentence, "zmrzlina vanilko, prosim (vanilla ice cream, please!)!"
Take the time to cross the bridge by bike or foot and admire the Vah River and the Spa. It is well worth your time.
From journal Karlsbad on the Vah