Strečno
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Strečno village viewed from Strečno castle
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| Country | Slovakia |
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| Region | Žilina |
| District | Žilina |
| River | Váh |
| Elevation | 360 m (1,181 ft) |
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| Area | 13.175 km2 (5.087 sq mi) |
| Population | 2,648 (2004) |
| Density | 201 / km2 (521 / sq mi) |
| Postal code | 013 24 |
| Area code | +421-41 |
| Car plate | ZA |
   Location of Strečno in Slovakia
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  Location of Strečno in the Žilina Region
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Strečno is a village and municipality in the Žilina District in the Žilina Region in North Slovakia. It is located by the Váh River in the Malá Fatra Mts. Situated 7 km east from Žilina, Strečno is most famous for its gothic castle ruins.
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History
In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1300. The castle, built in the beginning 14th century by Matthew III Csák was destroyed in 1698.
During WWII, participants of the Slovak National Uprising and German Army clashed in brutal battles in the gorges of Strečno.
Geography
The municipality lies at an altitude of 360 metres and covers an area of 13.175 km². It has a population of about 2648 people.
Gallery
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Strečno Castle ruins and the Váh River
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Strečno Castle
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Village from the castle
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Church in village
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