Nagykanizsa
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Nagykanizsa is a city with county rights in Zala County, historically serving as a vital stronghold against the Ottoman Empire. The city was a major trade hub connecting the Adriatic region with Vienna and Budapest. Its fortress was demolished in 1702 after the city was reclaimed by Habsburg armies.
Statistics
Area
148.40 km²
Population
42,042