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Szinpetri is a small village surrounded by hills in Hungary, in the state of Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén
The neighbouring villages are Szin, Tornakápolna and Jósvafő.
Szinpetri is part of the Aggtelek National park which is one of the most popular destinations for tourists, not only from Hungary, but from other countries as well.
The closest big city is Miskolc (about an hour away), but other towns like Edelény, Kazincbarcika and Kassa (in Slovakia) are pretty close too.
The name of the village comes from a frequently used first name, Péter, which was probably the name of the founder.
Current population: approximately 250 people
Current major: Doszpoly Károly
Sights of the area
The Paper Mill Building
The most popular destination is the Paper Mill Building, Salamander Lizard (symbol of the Aggtelek National Park)which boasts a beautiful interior and even prettier surroundings, in which The World’s Largest book, a Gutenberg Museum and a unique book collection can be found, including The Holy Bible.
Close to the Paper Mill Building, a huge Salamander lizard can be seen on the hill which is about 93 meters long and made with small pieces of rock.
In the middle of the village, stands a Reformed Church (built between 1792–93) in which an exhibition can be found that displays interesting facts about the historical life of the village.
Other places outside of the village, like the picturesque neighbouring village Jósvafő and the Aggtelek Baradla caves, are highly recommended to visit.
Reformed Church in Szinpetri
Hunting
The area of the village is the home of Hunters. Professionals spend 4-5 nights a week in the near forests.
In January and February they hunt for boars, foxes, deer, etc. (Boars can be hunted throughout the whole year.) In March, hunters mostly go for roes.
Hunters say it is necessary to rarefy the wild animals because they reproduce so quickly. However, they focus their hunt on the weak ones.
The hunted animals are highly respected in the hunter community. After killing them, rituals of respect are organized.
Sources
Interviewing the local government, citizens and hunters
Hungary
