The story of freedom you may not know

In the forest park which has already become an integral part of Nesto, we recently installed a new information panel “The Story of Freedom” to inform school groups and the general public who come on outings to the area.

What can you learn from the new panel?

The information panel gives a detailed account of humankind’s journey to freedom, the beginning of which can be traced back to the 6th century BC. From the Cleisthenes’s reform and the natural law, or ius naturale, of ancient Rome to the French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. The Story of Freedom also covers important milestones from Slovak history, such as the Demands of the Slovak Nation and the establishment of the Czechoslovak Republic, which guaranteed women’s civil rights for the first time.

Other interesting sections on the panel focus on the periods of communism, fascism and Nazism, reminding us that freedom has not always been a given. The Velvet Revolution of 1989 and Slovakia’s accession to the European Union and NATO are among the key moments which have shaped the freedom of our country which we enjoy today.

The panel also draws attention to current global challenges, such as climate change, digital rights and the rights of minorities, and raises the question of how we will retain our freedom in the future.

What else can you learn from the Nesto information panels?

In addition to the most recent “Story of Freedom”, Nesto visitors can find other educational panels to broaden their horizons and learn more about history, as well as about natural and social sciences. The panels create a space for experiential learning and interactive exploration of our history outside the classroom in a natural environment. This modern approach to education encourages a deeper interest both in the past and in the problems and challenges of today’s society.

Invitation for schools and non-students alike

Nesto is not only a continually growing, vibrant neighbourhood, but also a place where nature meets history. Take a trip to Nesto and see for yourself. In addition, a field trip to Nesto can be a great way for teachers to liven up their history or civic lessons with extra information.