Jánošík, whose full name was Juraj Jánošík, was a Slovak legendary figure known as a famous highwayman or thief. He was born on January 25, 1688, and died on March 17, 1713. Jánošík has become the main character of many Slovak novels, poems, and films, and is considered a national hero in Slovakia.

Unfortunately, there are very few reliable sources about Juraj Jánošík's life, and much of what is known about him is based on legends, myths, and beliefs. According to popular folklore, Jánošík was a Robin Hood-like figure who robbed the rich and gave to the poor. .