Underpass

The Klariska Street underpass in Bratislava is a humble hero of urban design—simple, sturdy, and smarter than it looks. Built beneath the tram tracks at Kapucínska Street, it quietly connects historic Old Town with Staromestská, letting pedestrians dodge trams and rain with equal ease. While it might not win awards for beauty, its no-nonsense concrete and straightforward form are pure “function over fashion”—like a trusty old raincoat for the city. Some might call it brutalist, but it’s really just a practical workhorse from the late 20th century, built to handle crowds and keep feet dry. Think of it as Bratislava’s secret tunnel for time travelers (or at least for people who hate waiting at red lights)!