Why does the term ‘Felvidék’ spark debate in Slovakia and Hungary?

The term ‘Felvidék’ (Highlands) has recently re-entered public discourse in Slovakia and Hungary, provoking mixed reactions. While some see it as a neutral historical term, others see it as a crucial element of national identity, and still others find it controversial or even provocative. But what does Felvidék mean today, and why is its use so controversial?

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Eurac Research Blogs
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2025-03-07
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https://doi.org/10.57708/bscqcsoqjrkazftuccxhzww
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Central European national history
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Why does the term ‘Felvidék’ spark debate in Slovakia and Hungary?

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Abstract

The term ‘Felvidék’ (Highlands) has recently re-entered public discourse in Slovakia and Hungary, provoking mixed reactions. While some see it as a neutral historical term, others see it as a crucial element of national identity, and still others find it controversial or even provocative. But what does Felvidék mean today, and why is its use so controversial?

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