Rulers of the Hapsburg monarchy were traditionally crowned in Bratislava's St. Martin's cathedral. The historic part of the city lies on the north bank of the Danube. Until 1918, when Czechoslovakia was formed, Bratislava belonged to the Hungarian part of Austria-Hungary. The city's location makes it a major center for water and rail transportation. Comenius University and the Slovak Academy of Sciences are in the city.
Local industries produce chemicals, textiles, metals, and electric wares.
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