Székorsét

Székorsét is a geographical term referring to a specific type of rural settlement pattern found in certain regions of Hungary and Romania. The term literally translates to "Szekler gait" or "Szekler walk," hinting at the characteristic way these villages are spread out. Unlike densely packed villages, Székorsét settlements are characterized by a dispersed or linear arrangement of houses. Properties are typically located along a main road or a series of parallel roads, with long, narrow plots extending backward from the road. This creates a ribbon-like appearance, often with agricultural fields or pastures directly behind the dwellings.

The origin of this settlement type is often attributed to the historical land ownership patterns and agricultural practices of the Szekler people, an ethnic Hungarian subgroup. The dispersed nature allowed families to have direct access to their farmland from their homes. This arrangement also facilitated a degree of self-sufficiency. Székorsét settlements are not always found in continuous belts but can appear in specific counties or regions where Szekler populations have historically been concentrated, such as parts of Transylvania. While the term is primarily descriptive of the physical layout, it also carries cultural connotations related to the Szekler identity and their traditional way of life. Modernization and economic changes have impacted these settlements, but the characteristic dispersed layout often remains a visible feature of the landscape.