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

Breza
Breza is located in Slovakia
Breza
Breza
Location in Slovakia
Coordinates: 49°23′N 19°24′E / 49.383°N 19.400°E / 49.383; 19.400
Country Slovakia
RegionŽilina Region
DistrictNámestovo District
Area
 • Total8.696 sq mi (22.523 km2)
Elevation
2,192 ft (668 m)
Population
 (2005)
 • Total1,510

History edit

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1580. [citation needed]

Geography edit

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.

References edit

External links edit

www.breza.sk

49°23′N 19°24′E / 49.383°N 19.400°E / 49.383; 19.400