Olšovany (Hungarian: Ósva) is a village and municipality in Košice-okolie District in the Kosice Region of eastern Slovakia.

Košice-okolie District in the Kosice Region
Olšovany

History

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In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1272.

Geography

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The village lies at an altitude of 245 metres and covers an area of 9.974 km2. It has a population of about 545 people.

Ethnicity

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The population is almost entirely Slovak in ethnicity.

Culture

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The village has a public library and a number of stores including food facilities.

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48°42′N 21°25′E / 48.700°N 21.417°E / 48.700; 21.417