Bešeňová
Bešeňová is a village and municipality in Ružomberok District in the Žilina Region of northern Slovakia. It is famous for a hot spring water park attracting thousands of visitors all year round.
Bešeňová | |
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Village | |
 Water park in Bešeňová | |
 Coat of arms | |
  Bešeňová Location of Bešeňová in Slovakia | |
| Coordinates: 49°06′N 19°27′E | |
| Country | Slovakia |
| Region | Žilina |
| District | Ružomberok |
| First mentioned | 1279 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.296 km2 (1.659 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 512 m (1,680 ft) |
| Population (2004-12-31) | |
| • Total | 388 |
| • Density | 90/km2 (230/sq mi) |
| Postal code | 034 83 |
| Area code(s) | +421-44 |
| Car plate | RK |
| Website | www.obecbesenova.sk |
History
In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1503.
Geography
The municipality lies at an altitude of 512 metres and covers an area of 4.297 km². It has a population of about 390 people.
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