Vysokyi Verkh, Summit in Zakarpattia Oblast, Ukraine.
Vysokyi Verkh is a mountain in the Carpathians that reaches 1,413 meters in elevation and offers views across surrounding peaks.
The mountain region was part of the Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia during medieval times.
Nearby villages practice traditional shepherding and hold seasonal celebrations tied to the mountain calendar.
Marked hiking trails ascend from different starting points, with the northeastern route offering the gentlest climb.
The peak stands out for its distinctive rock formations that distinguish it geologically from neighboring summits.
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