In historical records, the village was first mentioned in 1349 (Ida) when German miners (cives et hospites ac montani de eadem Ida) established here for overworking local gold and silver mines.
Geography
The village lies at an altitude of 668 metres (2,192 ft) and covers an area of 16.87 km2 (6.51 sq mi). It has a population of 401 people.