Partizánske

Partizánske is a town located in the Trenčín Region of western Slovakia. It is situated in the Strážovské vrchy foothills, on the Bebrava River. The town's history is closely tied to the establishment of the Baťa shoe factory in the late 1930s. Initially, the settlement was known as Baťovany. Following World War II and the nationalization of industries, the town was renamed Partizánske in honor of the Slovak National Uprising.

The urban development of Partizánske is distinct, largely planned around the factory complex and its workers' housing. This resulted in a functionalist architectural style characteristic of the era. The town's economy was historically dominated by the shoe industry, though it has diversified over time. Today, Partizánske is a regional center with a population of over 20,000 inhabitants.

Key landmarks in Partizánske include the Church of the Holy Trinity, the Manor House in the Šimonovany part of town, and various monuments commemorating its industrial past and wartime resistance. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for recreation and hiking. The town serves as an administrative and economic hub for the surrounding district.