| Lokev | |
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Lokev
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| Coordinates: | |
| Country | Slovenia |
| Region | Slovenian Littoral |
| Municipality | Sežana |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.25 km2 (5.5 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 449.5 m (1,475 ft) |
| Population (2002) | |
| • Total | 737 |
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Lokev is a settlement in the municipality of Sežana in the Littoral region of Slovenia, close to the border with Italy.[2]
The area was frequently raided by the Ottomans in the 15th and 16th centuries and the locals built a defense tower in 1487, known as Tabor. It has become a symbol of Loka and now houses a military museum.[3]
The parish church in the settlement is dedicated to Saint Michael and belongs to the Diocese of Koper.[4] Vilenica Cave, the oldest show cave in Europe, is near Lokev.
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