Salgótarján
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Salgótarján is a city with county rights in north-eastern Hungary, serving as the capital of Nógrád County. Situated at the foot of Karancs mountain, it historically developed around coal mining in the mid-19th century. The town's name originates from Old Hungarian, with 'Salgó' meaning 'shining' and 'Tarján' referencing a conquering tribe.
Statistics
Area
9,300.00 km²
Population
30,416