Oščadnica
Appearance
Oščadnica | |
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Village | |
Coordinates: 49°26′N 18°53′E / 49.433°N 18.883°E | |
Country | Slovakia |
Region | Žilina |
District | Čadca |
First mentioned | 1712 |
Area | |
• Total | 58.633 km2 (22.638 sq mi) |
Elevation | 474 m (1,555 ft) |
Population (2018-12-31[1]) | |
• Total | 5,700 |
• Density | 97/km2 (250/sq mi) |
Postal code | 023 01 |
Area code | +421-41 |
Car plate | CA |
Oščadnica is a village and municipality in Čadca District in the Žilina Region of northern Slovakia. The village is now a well known touristic resort, offering private apartments and agrobusiness. During the winter a ski resort Oščadnica-Veľká Rača is a popular destination.
History
In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1712.
Geography
The municipality lies at an altitude of 474 metres and covers an area of 58.634 km². It has a population of about 5,700 people.
References
- ^ "Population and migration". Statistical Office of the Slovak Republic. Retrieved 16 April 2019.