Sălaj County

Sălaj County is an administrative division in northwestern Romania spanning hilly terrain interspersed with valleys. The Apuseni Mountains extend into its southwestern portions, shaping the landscape of this region.

The territory contains caves with Paleolithic paintings from prehistoric times and later became part of the Roman Empire with significant settlements. Porolissum served as a major Roman administrative center in this area.

The county is home to diverse communities who maintain their own traditions and religious customs that shape the local character of towns and villages.

The county is connected through a road network that provides access to administrative services and regional attractions. Zalău serves as the administrative center and offers a good starting point for exploring the area.

Archaeological sites like Porolissum contain remains from Roman times, including an amphitheater that shows the importance of this fortified city. These ruins reveal how significant the territory was in antiquity.

Location: Romania

Inception: 1925

Capital city: Zalău

Shares border with: Satu Mare County, Maramureș County, Cluj County, Bihor County

Website: http://prefecturasalaj.ro

GPS coordinates: 47.20000,23.05000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:21