Žbince

Michalovce District in the Kosice Region

Žbince is a village and municipality in Michalovce District in the Kosice Region of eastern Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1221.

Geography

The village lies at an altitude of 106 metres and covers an area of 15.069 km². It has a population of about 950 people.

Ethnicity

The population is about 90% Slovak and 10% Gypsy in ethnicity.

Culture

The village has a small public library, a gymnasium and a football pitch.

Transport

The nearest railway station is in the adjacent village Hatalov.

Coordinates: 48°40′N 21°53′E / 48.667°N 21.883°E / 48.667; 21.883


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