Breza, Slovakia Explained

Official Name:Breza
Pushpin Map:Slovakia
Pushpin Label Position:bottom
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in Slovakia
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: Slovakia
Subdivision Type1:Region
Subdivision Name1:Žilina Region
Subdivision Type2:District
Subdivision Name2:Námestovo District
Leader Title:Mayor
Unit Pref:Imperial
Area Total Km2:22.523
Population As Of:2005
Population Total:1510
Population Blank1 Title:Ethnicities
Population Blank2 Title:Religions
Coordinates:49.3833°N 43°W
Elevation M:668

Breza is a village and municipality in Námestovo District in the Žilina Region of northern Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1580.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 668 metres and covers an area of 22.523 km2. It has a population of about 1510 people.

External links

www.breza.sk