Hruštín (Hungarian: Hrustin) is a village and municipality in Námestovo District in the Žilina Region of northern Slovakia.

Location of Námestovo District in the Zilina Region

History

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In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1580.

Geography

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The municipality lies at an altitude of 697 metres and covers an area of 36.510 km2. It has a population of about 3,215 people.

Genealogical resources

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The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Bytca, Slovakia"

  • Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1788-1922 (parish A)

Notable people

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See also

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