Vyšný Orlík
Vyšný Orlík is a village and municipality in Svidník District in the Prešov Region of north-eastern Slovakia.
Vyšný Orlík | |
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Village | |
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  Vyšný Orlík Location of Vyšný Orlík in Slovakia | |
| Coordinates: 49°21′N 21°30′E | |
| Country | Slovakia |
| Region | Prešov |
| District | Svidník |
| First mentioned | 1414 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.716 km2 (5.682 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 283 m (928 ft) |
| Population (2004-12-31) | |
| • Total | 413 |
| • Density | 28/km2 (73/sq mi) |
| Postal code | 090 11 |
| Car plate | SK |
History
The village was first mentioned in 1414 and had various names throughout history such as Felsoodor (1907-1913) and later, Vyšný Orlík. The Greek Catholic church of the Accession of the Lord was established in 1793 and this village is predominantly Carpatho-Rusyn Greek Catholic.
A more detailed history with photographs can be found at....
Geography
The municipality lies at an altitude of 283 metres and covers an area of 14.716 km². It has a population of about 413 people.
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