Huși, city in Vaslui County, Romania
Huși is a city in eastern Romania located in Vaslui County, situated in a shallow depression at elevations between 70 and 120 meters (230 and 390 feet). It developed from a medieval settlement into a modern administrative center with around 32,000 residents spread across roughly 61 square kilometers (24 square miles).
Huși was first recorded in documents from 1415 and served as a vineyard region under Alexander the Good. During Stephen the Great's reign, it became a royal residence and major center for trade, wine production, and crafts.
Winemaking has shaped the identity of Huși for centuries and remains woven into daily life. Visitors notice this heritage in local conversations, community celebrations, and in the vineyards that surround the city.
Huși is located roughly 45 kilometers (28 miles) northeast of Vaslui and is easily accessible by road. The city has accommodations and local restaurants where visitors can sample traditional food and regional wines.
Alexandru Ioan Cuza, the first ruler of modern united Romania, was born and raised in Huși. This connection makes the city an important landmark in understanding modern Romanian history.
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