Sfântu Gheorghe is a city in central Romania, located in Covasna County in the historical region of Transylvania. It lies along the Olt River and is situated north of Brașov, south of Miercurea Ciuc, and east of Târgu Secuiesc.
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Where is Sfântu Gheorghe Located?
Sfântu Gheorghe is a city in central Romania, located in Covasna County in the historical region of Transylvania. It lies along the Olt River and is situated north of Brașov, south of Miercurea Ciuc, and east of Târgu Secuiesc.
The city covers an area of approximately 95.1 sq km (36.7 sq mi) and had a population of 56,951 according to the 2021 census.
Sfântu Gheorghe is known for its cultural heritage and local landmarks, Sepsi Arena, Central Park, Franciscan Church, Olt River Promenade, County Museum, and Székely National Museum.
Sfantu Gheorghe, Romania Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Sfântu Gheorghe |
| Country | Romania |
| County | Covasna County |
| Region | Transylvania (Central Romania) |
| Established | First mentioned in 1332 |
| Population | Approx. 57,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 77.00 sq km (29.73 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 740 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 45.8667° N, 25.7833° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | 520xxx |
| Area Code | +40 267 |
| Major Waterways | Olt River |
| Transportation | Road and rail connections; regional hub |
| Famous For | Szekler culture and historical architecture |
| Top Attractions | Sepsi Arena, St. George Church, Cultural Center, Central Park |
| Official Website | https://www.primariasfantu-gheorghe.ro |
Distance from Sfântu Gheorghe to Major Cities in Romania
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Brașov – 65 km (40 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Miercurea Ciuc – 50 km (31 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Târgu Mureș – 110 km (68 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Sibiu – 150 km (93 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Cluj-Napoca – 220 km (137 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Alba Iulia – 180 km (112 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Deva – 270 km (168 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Hunedoara – 260 km (162 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Arad – 360 km (224 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Timișoara – 400 km (249 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Oradea – 420 km (261 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Baia Mare – 310 km (193 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Satu Mare – 340 km (211 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Bucharest – 230 km (143 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Ploiești – 200 km (124 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Constanța – 400 km (249 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Craiova – 300 km (186 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Pitești – 210 km (130 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Râmnicu Vâlcea – 250 km (155 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Iași – 400 km (249 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Bacău – 330 km (205 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Suceava – 420 km (261 miles)
- Sfântu Gheorghe to Galați – 320 km (199 miles)
