Hôrka

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Hôrka is a village and municipality in Poprad District in the Prešov Region of northern Slovakia.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 610 metres and covers an area of 11.305 km2. It has a population of about 1560 people.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1347.

Economy and infrastructure

Near the village is a wind park. From cultural sightseeings are interesting early gothic Roman Catholic church and a baroque chapel.

Genealogical resources

The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Levoca, Slovakia"

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