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Paloznak
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Paloznak is a village in the region of Balatonfüred, Veszprém county, Hungary. It was first mentioned in the Veszprém Valley Monastery's Deed of Gift around 970 a. D. According to archaeological findings the place was inhabited since 5000 years. According to the 2001 census, population is about 401 people (2008 estimation is 440). The village is famous about preserving the traditional settlement structure of the Balaton-highlands. Locals make a living from wine and tourism.

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Paloznak
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Hungary
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Location of Paloznak
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Hungary
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Veszprém
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Mayor
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Czeglédy Ákos
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438
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Wikidata facts

Country
Hungary
Population
558
Area
8.80
Shares border with
Veszprémfajsz
Official website
paloznak.hu
Image
LatkepPaloznak.JPG
Dialing code
87
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Commons category
Paloznak
postal code
8229
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Encyclopedic overview

10 sections
Contents
  • Location
  • Flora and climate
  • History
  • Mayors of Paloznak
  • Notable citizens
  • Sights of Paloznak
  • Twin cities
  • Sources
  • External links
  • References

Paloznak is a village in the region of Balatonfüred, Veszprém county, Hungary. It was first mentioned in the Veszprém Valley Monastery's Deed of Gift around 970 a. D. According to archaeological findings the place was inhabited since 5000 years. According to the 2001 census, population is about 401 people (2008 estimation is 440). The village is famous about preserving the traditional settlement structure of the Balaton-highlands. Locals make a living from wine and tourism.

== Location == Paloznak is located at the northern side of Lake Balaton, the southern flanks of Bakony mountain. The nearby villages are Csopak (from west) and Lovas (from east), the closest city is Balatonfüred. It can be reached on the road No. 71.

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