Jasenov, Humenné District

Location of Humenné District in the Prešov Region.

Jasenov is a village and municipality in Humenné District in the Prešov Region of north-east Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1279. Jasenov has a castle that dates from the mid-14th century, when it was owned by Phillip Drugeth. It was later destroyed in 1644.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 155 metres and covers an area of 13.262 km². It has a population of about 1140 people.

Genealogical resources

The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Presov, Slovakia"

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Coordinates: 48°54′27″N 21°54′09″E / 48.9075°N 21.9025°E / 48.9075; 21.9025


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