Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary

Starý Tekov (German: Bersenberg, also Altbarsch, Altbersenberg, (Alt-)Bersenburg, in earlier times also Berschenberg, Alt Berschenburg, Hungarian: Óbars) is a village and municipality in the Levice District in the Nitra Region of Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1075.

Geography

The village lies at an altitude of 176 metres and covers an area of 10.573 km2 (4 sq mi). It has a population of about 1470 people.

Ethnicity

The village is approximately 87% Slovak and 13% Magyar.

Facilities

The village has a public library a gym and football pitch.

48°15′N 18°32′E / 48.250°N 18.533°E / 48.250; 18.533


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