Novohradska

Novohradska is a geographical and historical region located in present-day Hungary and Slovakia. The name derives from the Novohrad Castle, a medieval fortress that served as the administrative center of the region. Historically, Novohrad was a county within the Kingdom of Hungary. Its territory encompassed areas north of the Ipoly River, which now forms part of the border between Hungary and Slovakia.

The region's strategic importance, due to its location on trade routes and its proximity to Ottoman-controlled territories, led to frequent conflicts and fortifications throughout its history. The castle itself played a significant role in defending the kingdom. Following the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after World War I, the territory of Novohrad was divided between Czechoslovakia and Hungary.

Today, the Hungarian part of Novohrad county is known as Nógrád county, with its capital in Salgótarján. The Slovak part is largely covered by the Novohrad region (Novohradská oblasť) in the Banská Bystrica Region, with historical centers like Lučenec and Fiľakovo. The cultural heritage of Novohrad reflects a blend of Hungarian and Slovak influences, evident in its architecture, traditions, and dialects. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, forests, and agricultural land.