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Hunedoara, judeƫ (county), western Romania, occupying an area of 2,727 square mi (7,063 square km). The Transylvanian Alps (Southern Carpathians) and the Western Carpathians rise above settlement areas in the valleys. The Mureş River and its tributaries drain the county southwestward. Deva is the county capital. Roman and Dacian archaeological remains were discovered in several towns, including Deva, Orăştie, Mintia, and Grădeştea de Munte. Archaeological finds, dating from the Neolithic Period (c. 5000–4000 bc), were found in Turdaş town. Gurusada, Sântămaria, and Strei towns are known for their 14th-century churches. Metallurgical industries operate in Deva, Călan, Hunedoara, and Sântuhalu. Copper, ...(100 of 199 words)

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