Stinská, Mountain summit in District of Snina, Slovakia.
Description
Stinská is a mountain in the Bukovské vrchy range that sits along the border between Slovakia and Ukraine. The summit reaches approximately 1090 meters in elevation and marks a distinctive high point in this remote mountain landscape.
History
The area received protected status in 1986 when authorities established a nature reserve to preserve its natural characteristics. This conservation effort reflected growing recognition of the region's ecological importance.
Culture
The mountain acts as a natural border marker between Slovakia and Ukraine, reflecting the geographical divisions that shape local communities and their interactions.
Practical
Access requires special permits because of its location on the Schengen border, which limits hiking opportunities. Visitors should check current access rules beforehand, as border regulations may change.
Did you know?
The mountain contains plant species that thrive at the intersection of the Eastern and Western Carpathians, where different environmental zones meet. This biological richness emerged from the distinctive geography that brings together contrasting climatic and geological conditions.
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