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Vâlcea County, Administrative division in southern Romania.

The region spans 5,765 square kilometers across hills and valleys, bordered by the Southern Carpathians and intersected by the Olt River system.

Archaeological evidence reveals continuous settlement patterns dating to ancient Dacian times, with the area becoming a formal administrative division in the late 14th century.

The region maintains traditional pottery workshops in Horezu, where craftsmen create intricate ceramics following methods passed through generations of local artisans.

The county contains 78 communes, 9 towns, and 2 municipalities, with Râmnicu Vâlcea serving as the administrative center for 341,861 residents.

Natural thermal springs in Călimănești supply mineral-rich waters to multiple wellness centers, drawing visitors seeking therapeutic treatments throughout the year.

Location: Romania

Capital city: Râmnicu Vâlcea

Shares border with: Dolj County, Gorj County, Hunedoara County, Alba County, Sibiu County, Argeș County, Olt County

Website: http://prefecturavalcea.ro

GPS coordinates: 45.08000,24.11000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:05

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