Cerkno facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cerkno
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 Cerkno
Location in Slovenia
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| Country |  Slovenia |
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| Traditional region | Littoral | |
| Statistical region | Gorizia | |
| Municipality | Cerkno | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.5 km2 (2.9 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 331.9 m (1,088.9 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,425 | |
| • Density | 190.0/km2 (492/sq mi) | |
Cerkno is a small town in Slovenia, a country in Central Europe. It's located in the Littoral region. About 1,400 people live here. Cerkno is the main town for the Cerkno Hills area.
Cerkno is a local cultural center near the town of Idrija. It is famous for its special Laufarija carnival. This spring festival features unique carved wooden masks. Cerkno is also known for the Franja Partisan Hospital, a secret hospital from World War II. Plus, it's a popular place for skiing!
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Understanding the Name of Cerkno
The name Cerkno was first written down in 1257 as Curchinitz. Later, it appeared as Chyrchayn and Circhinç. The modern Slovene name, Cerkno, comes from an older word that means 'church village' or 'church field'. This suggests that the area was once owned by a church.
A Look at Cerkno's History
For a long time, the Cerkno Hills were part of Tolmin County. In the 1500s, the area became part of the Habsburg Empire. It was then included in a region called the County of Gorizia and Gradisca.
After World War I ended, the Italian Army took over the area. It officially became part of Italy in 1920. From 1920 to 1943, it was part of a region known as the Julian March.
During World War II, in September 1943, Cerkno was freed by the Yugoslav Partisans. These were groups fighting against the occupation. Cerkno became a very important center for their resistance in the Slovenian Littoral region.
Churches in Cerkno
There are two churches in Cerkno. The main church in town is called Saint Anne's Church. It belongs to the Diocese of Koper. This church was built in 1714. It has a rectangular shape with a wide main area and a bell tower.
The second church in Cerkno is dedicated to Saint Bartholomew.
Famous People from Cerkno
Many notable people were born or lived in Cerkno. Here are a few:
- France Bevk (1890–1970), a well-known writer.
- Frančišek Borgia Sedej (1854–1931), who became an Archbishop.
- Milica Kacin-Wohinz (1930–), a historian who studies the past.
- Boris Mlakar (1947–), another important historian.
- Franc Močnik (1814–1892), a talented mathematician.
- Janez Podobnik (1959–), a politician.
- Marjan Podobnik (1960–), also a politician.
- Rafael Podobnik (1942–), a photographer.
Images for kids
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Chapel at Lajše
See also
In Spanish: Cerkno para niños
