Hlohovec, town in Slovakia
Freistadt is a small town in the Hlohovec district featuring traditional Slovak architecture built from stone and wood. The center consists of a square with an old church and 19th-century buildings arranged along narrow streets.
Freistadt developed as a settlement along a trade route and received its name from medieval privileges. The town evolved over centuries as a local administrative and commercial center in the Hlohovec region.
The name Freistadt refers to its historical status as a free city with special privileges. Today, the town square and church remain gathering places where local celebrations and community traditions continue.
The town is easy to explore on foot since the streets are narrow and distances are short. The central square is the best starting point from which all important buildings are easily accessible.
In the center stands a former Jewish cemetery with a 17th-century synagogue tower that remains visible today. The preserved tombstones speak to a Jewish community that once lived in the town.
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