Trhovište (Hungarian: Vásárhely) is a village and municipality in Michalovce District in the Košice Region of eastern Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1220 as Vasarhel.

Geography

The village lies at an elevation of 130 metres (425 ft) and covers an area of 12.562 km² (4.850 mi²). The municipality has a population of about 1825 people.

Government

The village has its own birth registry and police force.

Economy

The village has a petrol station and an insurance company.

Culture

The village has a public library, gymnasium, and a football pitch.

See also

48°42′N 21°49′E / 48.700°N 21.817°E / 48.700; 21.817



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