Veličná
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Veličná is a village in northern Slovakia, located in the Dolný Kubín District. First mentioned in 1272, it grew on a trade route to Poland and briefly served as the seat of Orava County in the 16th century. The town suffered from invasions and plague outbreaks, leading to a decline in population and status.
Statistics
Area
29.30 km²
Population
1,670