Hetvehely

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Hetvehely

Name

Hetvehely

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Hetvehely is a village in Baranya County, southern Hungary, situated in the scenic surroundings of the Mecsek mountains. It is known for its history associated with German settlement and its natural environment.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a light blue field with the municipal shield centered. The shield is diagonally divided into a light blue upper-left field (viewer's perspective) and a green lower-right field, bordered in white. In the upper part of the shield is the text '1730-1990'. In the center of the shield is a circular green emblem featuring ears of wheat, a coulter/plowshare, and a cross, surrounded by a circular inscription. In the lower green section of the shield is a curved white inscription 'HETVEHELY'. Above the shield, the name 'HETVEHELY' is written in an arched yellow text with dark outlines.

Symbolism: The light blue color symbolizes the sky and purity, while green represents the nature and agriculture of the Mecsek region. The agricultural motifs in the emblem (ears of wheat and plowshare) recall the traditional livelihood of the inhabitants. The cross refers to the Christian faith, and the historical dates commemorate significant milestones in the village's history.

Statistics

Area

15.87 km²

Population

435

Location