Arad, Industrial city in western Romania
Arad is a town in western Romania, close to the Hungarian border, serving as the administrative seat of the region bearing the same name. Wide avenues and 19th-century buildings mark the center, while newer residential areas and industrial zones occupy the outskirts.
The first written mention dates back to 1131, when the settlement was under Hungarian administration. Centuries later, the town became the site where 13 generals were executed following the 1848 revolution.
The memorial for the 13 Martyrs draws visitors interested in the 1848 revolution and its impact on local memory. Families and tourists often gather near the monument and walk through the surrounding park.
The center is easy to explore on foot, and from the main train station you can quickly reach the main sights. Public buses run regularly through town for longer distances.
In 1913, Eastern Europe's first electric tram ran here, connecting the center to the Podgoria neighborhood. Today, old rail sections still remain in some streets, reminding visitors of that early technical innovation.
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