Tekov, Historical region in Western Slovakia.
Tekov is a region in Western Slovakia that stretches between the Hron and Žitava rivers, encompassing towns such as Žiar nad Hronom, Žarnovica, and Zlaté Moravce. The territory spans across both the Nitra and Banská Bystrica administrative areas and is crossed by major transportation routes.
The territory was known as Bars county in the Kingdom of Hungary from the 11th century until 1918. The administrative seat shifted from Tekov Castle to Topoľčianky during this long period.
The name Tekov comes from the medieval county that once ruled this territory. Visitors can see traces of this heritage in local museums and the traditional villages scattered across the region.
The region is well connected and divided into several districts that are easy to explore. Visitors should inquire locally about museums and attractions to get the most from a visit.
The region contains distinctive architectural features such as a water wheel mill in Bohunice and ancient rock dwellings in Brhlovce. These rare structures show crafts and building methods that have existed in the area for centuries.
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