Gorj County, Administrative division in southwestern Romania
Gorj County is an administrative division in southwestern Romania with contrasting landscapes: mountain ranges including the Vâlcan and Parâng in the north give way to gentler hills in the south. The Jiu River runs through the region, shaping its natural character.
The name comes from a Slavic term referring to the upper Jiu River, distinguishing the region from its southern neighbors. This naming reflects the geographical and cultural boundary that developed along the river.
The region maintains traditional Romanian crafts, agricultural practices, and seasonal celebrations that strengthen community connections throughout its municipalities and communes.
Visitors should prepare for changing weather, as higher elevations in the north bring cooler temperatures. Local villages and mountain roads offer different ways to explore the region on foot or by car.
The region blends mining areas with traditional rural settlements where old crafting techniques are still practiced in several communities. This mix of modern industry and farming routines shapes daily life in many places here.
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