Zalau is a small city, the seat of the Salaj county, its estimated population is less than 60000. Is situated in the area inhabited by "Free Dacians", 8 km (5.0 mi) away from the historical landmark of Porolissum - the border of the Roman Empire (Trajan (106). The industry is very developed in Zalau, few corporation Tenaris Silcotube (pipe) - Michelin (tires) The city is in the Zalau Depression - surrounded by Meses Mountains.