Hrhov
# Hrhov

Hrhov (Hungarian: Tornagörgő) is a village and large municipality in the Rožňava District in the Košice Region of middle-eastern Slovakia.

## History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1263.

## Geography

The village lies at an altitude of 219 metres (719 ft) and covers an area of 36.078 $km^2$ (13.930 sq mi). It has a population of about 1200 people.

## Culture

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

## Genealogical resources

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

* Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1697-1899 (parish A)

## Nature

In the village there is Hrhov Waterfall, which is the largest in the Slovak Karst. It is located directly in the village between the residential houses.

