záujme

Záúme is a small municipality located in the Svätý Jur District of the Nitra Region in western Slovakia. The settlement lies at an elevation of approximately 225 metres above sea level and covers an area of roughly 6.5 square kilometres. As of the latest census, the population is around 340 residents, with a density of about 52 inhabitants per square kilometre. The village is predominantly inhabited by ethnic Slovaks, with a small proportion of Roma and Hungarian minorities. The official language is Slovak, and the community observes the Central European Time zone, switching to Central European Summer Time during daylight saving months.

The earliest written mention of Záúme dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in a land register under the name "Zueltum". During the Middle Ages it was part of the Kingdom of Hungary and subsequently fell under the jurisdiction of the Nitra County. After the dissolution of the Austro‑Hungarian Empire, Záúme became part of the newly established Czechoslovakia. In the 20th century, the village experienced modest growth, largely driven by agricultural development and the establishment of small-scale textile production in nearby towns.

Today the economy of Záúme remains primarily agricultural, with residents cultivating cereals, potatoes, and vineyards. Dairy farming also plays a significant role in local livelihoods. In addition to farming, some inhabitants commute to the larger urban centre of Nitra for employment in manufacturing and services. The village hosts an annual folk festival in late summer, featuring traditional music, dance, and local culinary specialties such as bryndzové halušky and lájky.

Notable sights in Záúme include the 18th‑century wooden chapel of St. Joseph, which serves as an active place of worship, and a small museum that chronicles the village’s agrarian history. The adjacent Záúme River provides opportunities for fishing and is valued by the community for its natural beauty. The municipality is governed by a mayor and a council elected at local elections held every four years.