Dolný Kubín is an important administrative center of Orava, which was from 17th century Orava county seat. The history of this city and its surroundings is linked to the major slovak writers. In Vyšný Kubín was born P. O. Hviezdoslav and in Jasenová M. Kukučín. Dolný Kubín is popular for its ski resorts Kubínska Hoľa and Kuzmínovo.