Hunedoara

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The city is situated in Cerna Valley near the Poiana Ruscă Mountains within the Carpathian Mountains.It is most known because of the Corvinestilor CastleHunyad Castle,located in the city.Besides the Romanian population, there are also ethnic Hungarians and Germans living in Hunedoara. A Roma population also thrives in a small village near the city, called Hăşdat. The city contains many green gardens, and old trees flank the streets. The castle has been turned into a museum, following recent reconstruction. Cincis Lake, with tourist facilities, is located 15 kilometres from the city.During the 20th century, Hunedoara increased its population to 86,000 inhabitants. The city used to contain the second largest steel works in Romania, but this has now closed down. However, the economy of the city is now benefiting from new investment.