Rakovice, Piešťany District

For the village in the Czech Republic, see Rakovice (Písek District).

Rakovice is a village and municipality in Piešťany District in the Trnava Region of western Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1262.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 160 metres and covers an area of 6.957 km². It has a population of about 510 people.

Coordinates: 48°34′N 17°44′E / 48.567°N 17.733°E / 48.567; 17.733

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