modra

Modra is a town and municipality in western Slovakia, in the Bratislava Region, situated in Pezinok District about 25 kilometers north of Bratislava. The name Modra derives from the Slovak word for blue, reflecting its long tradition of blue-glazed ceramics. The town is part of the region’s wine country, and its economy combines viticulture and crafts.

Geography and history: Modra lies on the foothills of the Little Carpathians, in a landscape of vineyards and forests. The town’s history stretches to medieval times when it developed as a local market and crafts center. Over the centuries it gained a reputation for pottery and wine, shaping its cultural identity.

Culture and crafts: The preeminent craft in Modra is blue and white ceramics; Modra porcelain/ceramics are widely known as Modranska keramika. Numerous studios and galleries operate in town, and traditional workshops attract visitors. The town preserves a historic center with early-modern burgher houses. Museums and exhibitions present regional history and craftsmanship.

Administration and transport: Modra is one of the municipalities in Pezinok District and is governed by a local council. It is connected to Bratislava and surrounding towns by regional roads and public transport, making it part of the broader Bratislava metropolitan area.