Brieštie

Brieštie is a village and municipality in central Slovakia, located in the Turčianske Teplice District of the Žilina Region. It lies in the Turiec Basin, at the foot of the Veľká Fatra mountains. The municipality covers an area of approximately 9.25 square kilometers.

Historically, the first written record of Brieštie dates back to 1277. The village's economy is primarily based on agriculture and forestry, with increasing opportunities in tourism due to its location near the mountains.

The municipality has a population of around 130 inhabitants (as of 2023 estimates). The local infrastructure includes a municipal office, a cultural house, and a small church.