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Junta, West Virginia
Former settlement
Junta, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Junta, West Virginia
Junta, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Summers
Elevation
1,509 ft (460 m)
GNIS feature ID 1556937

Junta was once a small settlement in Summers County, West Virginia, in the United States. Today, it is known as a "ghost town" because it no longer exists. No buildings or signs of the town can be found there anymore.

What Was Junta?

Junta was a place where people used to live and work. It was located in the state of West Virginia. This area is known for its beautiful rivers and mountains.

Where Was Junta Located?

The settlement of Junta was situated right on the New River. This river flows through West Virginia. Junta was found to the west of another small place called Indian Mills.

When Did Junta Disappear?

Junta appeared on maps for many years. It was still shown on maps as late as 1924. After that time, the town slowly faded away. Many small towns like Junta disappeared as people moved to bigger cities.

The Name 'Junta'

The name "Junta" comes from the Spanish language. In Spanish, "junta" can mean a meeting or a council. It is interesting how places get their names from different languages.

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