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Moravian Slovakia

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Moravian Slovak Costumes during Jizda Kralu
Moravian Slovak Costumes during Jizda Kralu

Moravian Slovakia, also called Slovácko (Czech: Slovácko, older Moravské Slovensko) is a cultural region in the southeastern part of the Czech Republic. It lies in the historical region of Moravia, on the border with Slovakia (the Slovak region of Záhorie) and Austria. It is known for its characteristic folklore, music, wine, costumes and traditions. The area forms part of both the Zlín and South Moravian administrative regions. Its main centre is the town of Uherské Hradiště which is located on the Morava River. Other important towns include Uherský Brod, Břeclav, Hodonín, Strážnice and Kyjov. In the 9th century the region of Moravian Slovakia was the centre of the Great Moravian empire.

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Moravian Slovakia
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Ostrožské Předměstí


687 24 okres Uherské Hradiště, Ostrožské Předměstí
Central Moravia, Czechia
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Moravian Slovak Costumes during Jizda Kralu
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