Palín (Hungarian: Pályin) is a village and municipality in Michalovce District in the Kosice Region of eastern Slovakia. It is located 15 kilometres from the city of Michalovce.
History
editIn historical records the village was first mentioned in 1302.
Geography
editThe village lies at an altitude of 105 metres and covers an area of 11.115 km². It has a population of about 890 people.
Ethnicity
editThe population is about 99% Slovak in ethnicity.
Culture
editThe village has a small public library, a gymnasium and a football pitch.
Gallery
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Church of the Ascension of Christ in the village of Palín
External links
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