Świnica
| Świnica | |
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 Świnica mountain | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,301 m (7,549 ft) |
| Coordinates | 49°13′10″N 20°00′33″E / 49.21944°N 20.00917°E |
| Geography | |
  Świnica Location in Slovakia | |
| Location | Poland - Slovakia |
| Parent range | Tatras |
Świnica (Polish) or Svinica (Slovak) is a mountain in the main crest of the High Tatras, on the Polish-Slovak border. The main peak is at 2,301 m AMSL. A marked trail leads through the summit. The Polish name Świnica (derivative form of a pig or swine) was given to this summit in the mid 19th century. It probably refers to the resemblance of the peak to silhouette of a swine. Another, doubtful explanation, is that the summit was difficult to reach.
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