Fala, Selnica ob Dravi


Fala is a settlement on the Drava River in Slovenia. The settlement on the left bank of the river belongs to the Municipality of Selnica ob Dravi and the remainder of the settlement on the right bank of the river belongs to the Municipality of Ruše.

Name

Fala was mentioned in written sources in 1245 as in domo Volmari. The name is of unclear origin, although the initial F- indicates a German origin. It could be derived from Old High German falo 'yellowish' or from valle 'trap'. Derivation from Latin vallis 'valley' is unlikely because the area was not under Romance influence.

History

The settlement was historically a property of Fala Castle, on the opposite side of the river.

Notable people

Notable people that were born or lived in Fala include: