Halle (region)

Halle was one of the three Regierungsbezirke of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, located in the south of the country.

Halle

Regierungsbezirk Halle
Map of Saxony-Anhalt highlighting the former Regierungsbezirk of Halle
Coordinates: 51.4667°N 11.9667°E / 51.4667; 11.9667
CountryGermany
StateSaxony-Anhalt
Disestablished2004-01-01
Region seatHalle
Area
  Total4,430 km2 (1,710 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
  Total876,132
  Density200/km2 (510/sq mi)

History

It was founded in 1952 while part of East Germany. Becoming effective on January 1, 2004 the Regierungsbezirk was disbanded. Its functions were taken over by the Landesverwaltungsamt, which has three offices at the former seats of the Bezirksregierungen.

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See also

  • Bezirk Halle
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