Oţelu Roşu, a city in Romania's Caraş-Severin County, is situated at the confluence of the Bârzava and Bistriţa rivers. The city has a temperate continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Its history dates back to the Roman era, and it has been an important industrial center since the 19th century, known for its iron and steel production. Oţelu Roşu's heritage is reflected in its numerous historical monuments, including the St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, built in 1793, and the Ferdinand Palace, constructed in 1899.
Geographic Data for Oţelu Roşu, , Romania
| Latitude | 45° 32.000' |
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| Longitude | 22° 22.000' |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |