Orava Highlands - Slovakia
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Orava Highlands is situated in north of Slovakia, in Region of Žilina, in Námestovo, Tvrdošín and Dolný Kubín districts. This mountain range belongs to Central Beskydy Mountains, which form a part of Outer West Carpathian Mountains.
Extent:
279 square kilometres
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SK, Oravský Podzámok – A Village Below Royal Castle
Published: 4.8.2019
Orava Castle, is one of Slovakian icons, is known by almost everyone, but only a few know about the remarkable village below. Oravský Podzámok is not only the gateway to one of the most beautiful castles in Slovakia, but also offers a number of interesting architectural gems and attractions.
SK, Orava – Vysny Kubin: The Birthplace of P. O. Hviezdoslav
Published: 1.10.2017
Last week we visited the quiant village of Lestiny. The village boasts a UNESCO sight. However, today we move about one kilometer to Vysny Kubin, a village in Orava region.
SK, Orava – Lestiny: A Village with a UNESCO Sight
Published: 24.9.2017
This time we go to Dolny Kubin, a district in Orava region. We decided to see some beautiful villages which are significant for their sights, important historic figures, or are simply great places to start a tour into the surroundings.
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