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Donovaly (Hungarian Doval - to 1882 Donoval ) is a town in central Slovakia. It lies between the mountains Starohorské Hills, Low Tatras and Big Fatra, approximately 26 km from Banská Bystrica and Ružomberok. The mountain pass where the town is located, has the same name.

The community, which arose from seven widely separated settlements Köhler 1618-1820, was mentioned in writing in 1702 for the first time as Donnovall. The first settlements, then German start-ups, each of which was the name of the Köhler master, who looked after. Your current name are Donovaly, Hanesy, Sliačany, Mišúty, Mistríky, Polianka and after 1808 is my end to settlement Bul ( l ) y. The living from the timber wealth of the surrounding village was at the beginning of the 20th century into a tourist destination, but it was the laying of the pass road from Velky Sturec here made ​​him known. Especially as winter he is very popular. The ski season lasts from November to late March or early April, which also dogsled races take place.

The houses of the village, which have a large glassed-in porch, differ markedly from the usual design of the environment, and show strong alpine influences.

Events

Traditional sled dog events are conducted. So Europe and world championships have also been held.