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Bratislava, Slovakia
What are the particular advantages of living in this city?
The weather is not too bad, most people are nice, and it is a great base for exploring the rest of europe and scandinavia.
Would someone with physical disabilities have difficulties living in this city?
Only the newer shopping malls have wheelchair ramps. High curbs and cobblestone streets would be difficult for many.

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