Govăjdia Blast Furnace

Furnalul din Govăjdia

blast furnace in Hunedoara

#3 in Hunedoara / #83 in Romania

by Rudolf Hanzelik

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The Govăjdia Blast Furnace, located in Hunedoara, Romania, is a historic industrial site that dates back to the early 19th century. Built between 1806 and 1810, it is one of the oldest preserved blast furnaces in Europe. The furnace was integral to the region's iron production, utilizing local resources such as iron ore, charcoal, and water power to produce pig iron. Its construction showcases the industrial advancements of the time and played a significant role in the development of metallurgy in the region.

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