People spend time at Brekov castle

It offers panoramic views.

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People use the ruins of castles on sunny days to enjoy being outside. One such example is Brekov castle in eastern Slovakia.

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Brekov is a medieval castle above the village Brekov located at the western edge of the Humenské mountains which are part of the Vihorlatské mountains.

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The castle was built for defensive purposes and has spectacular views from the top.

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