Starý Tekov

Coordinates: 48°15′N 18°32′E / 48.250°N 18.533°E / 48.250; 18.533
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Starý Tekov (German: Bersenberg, also Altbarsch, Altbersenberg, (Alt-)Bersenburg, in earlier times also Berschenberg, Alt Berschenburg, Hungarian: Óbars) is a village and municipality in the Levice District in the Nitra Region of Slovakia.

History[edit]

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1075.

Geography[edit]

The village lies at an altitude of 176 metres and covers an area of 10.573 km2 (4 sq mi). It has a population of about 1470 people.

Ethnicity[edit]

The village is approximately 87% Slovak and 13% Magyar.

Facilities[edit]

The village has a public library a gym and football pitch.

External links[edit]

48°15′N 18°32′E / 48.250°N 18.533°E / 48.250; 18.533