Vâlcea County facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vâlcea
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| Country | Romania | |
| Development region | Sud-Vest | |
| Historic region | Wallachia | |
| Capital | Râmnicu Vâlcea | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5,765 km2 (2,226 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 416,908 | |
| • Density | 72.317/km2 (187.300/sq mi) | |
| Telephone code | (+40) 250 or (+40) 350 | |
| ISO 3166 code | RO-VL | |
| Website | County Council Prefecture |
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Vâlcea (sometimes spelled Vîlcea) is a county, also known as a judeţ, in Romania. It is located in the central-southern part of the country. This county is special because it sits across two historical regions: Oltenia and Muntenia. The Olt River actually divides these two regions right through Vâlcea County. The main city and capital of Vâlcea County is Râmnicu Vâlcea.
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Exploring Vâlcea County's Geography
Vâlcea County covers an area of about 5,765 square kilometers. That's a pretty big space! The county's landscape is quite varied. You can find mountains, hills, and plains here. The Olt River is a very important natural feature. It flows through the county, creating a beautiful valley. This river helps shape the land and supports local life.
How Vâlcea County is Organized
Vâlcea County is divided into different types of areas to help manage it. It has two main cities called municipalities. There are also nine towns and many smaller villages, known as communes.
Major Cities: Municipalities
The two largest and most important cities in Vâlcea County are called municipalities. They have more people and more services.
- Râmnicu Vâlcea is the capital city. It has a population of about 130,581 people.
- Drăgăşani is the second municipality in the county.
Important Towns in Vâlcea
Besides the municipalities, Vâlcea County also has nine towns. These towns are smaller than the municipalities but are still important centers for the people living nearby.
- Băbeni
- Bălceşti
- Băile Govora
- Băile Olăneşti
- Berbeşti
- Brezoi
- Călimăneşti
- Horezu
- Ocnele Mari
Local Communities: Communes
The smallest divisions in Vâlcea County are called communes. These are groups of villages that share local administration. There are 78 communes in Vâlcea County. Each commune has its own local council and mayor. They help manage daily life for the people in the villages.
Images for kids
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Râmnicu Vâlcea
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Map of Vâlcea County as it looked in 1938.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito Vâlcea para niños
