Mohács

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Mohács

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Mohács is a town located in Baranya County, Hungary, situated on the right bank of the Danube River. It is historically significant for two major battles in 1526 and 1687 that marked the beginning and end of Ottoman rule in Hungary. The town is internationally recognized for its annual Busójárás carnival, which is inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Statistics

Area

112.23 km²

Population

17,054

Location