Segarcea facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Segarcea
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Location in Dolj County
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 Segarcea
Location in Romania
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| Country |  Romania |
| County | Dolj |
| Area | 12.01 km2 (4.64 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 130 m (430 ft) |
| Population
(2011)
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| Time zone | EET/EEST (UTC+2/+3) |
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205400
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| Area code | (+40) 02 51 |
| Historical population | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1977 | 8,534 | — |
| 1992 | 8,581 | +0.6% |
| 2002 | 8,704 | +1.4% |
| 2011 | 7,019 | −19.4% |
| 2021 | 7,356 | +4.8% |
| Source: Census data | ||
Segarcea is a small town in Romania. It is located in Dolj County, which is part of the Oltenia region. According to the 2021 census, about 7,356 people live here. The town covers an area of about 12,008 hectares.
Where is Segarcea?
The town of Segarcea is found in the western part of the Wallachian Plain. It is about 30 kilometers north of the Danube River. The city of Craiova, which is the main city of Dolj County, is about 25 kilometers north of Segarcea. Segarcea is also part of the larger Craiova metropolitan area.
What is Segarcea Famous For?
Segarcea is very well-known for its delicious white wines. The vineyards in Segarcea are special because they belong to the Romanian Crown Estate. This means they are owned by the royal family of Romania. The wines made here are famous around the world. They are sold in many countries under the name "The Crown Domain."
People from Segarcea
Some notable people were born in Segarcea:
- Ștefan Grigorie (born in 1982) is a professional footballer.
- Vintilă Horia (1915–1992) was a famous writer.
See also
In Spanish: Segarcea para niños
