Snovik
Snovik | |
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![]() ![]() Snovik Location in Slovenia | |
Coordinates: 46°13′58.91″N 14°42′35.89″E / 46.2330306°N 14.7099694°ECoordinates: 46°13′58.91″N 14°42′35.89″E / 46.2330306°N 14.7099694°E | |
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Traditional region | Upper Carniola |
Statistical region | Central Slovenia |
Municipality | Kamnik |
Area | |
• Total | 0.64 km2 (0.25 sq mi) |
Elevation | 485.3 m (1,592.2 ft) |
Population (2002) | |
• Total | 44 |
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Snovik (pronounced [snɔˈʋiːk]) is a small settlement in the Tuhinj Valley in the Municipality of Kamnik in the Upper Carniola region of Slovenia.
Based on evidence from medieval sources, the name Snovik is derived from *Jesenovik 'ash grove'.[2]
The recently developed Snovik Spa is located near Snovik. It utilizes thermal water from the area with indoor and outdoor pools and offers a range of health programs, recreational activities, and accommodation.[3]
References
- ↑ Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia
- ↑ Snoj, Marko. 2009. Etimološki slovar slovenskih zemljepisnih imen. Ljubljana: Modrijan and Založba ZRC, p. 385.
- ↑ Slovenian Tourist Board site
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