Veszprém
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Veszprém is one of Hungary's oldest urban areas, possessing county rights and located near Lake Balaton. The city's name originates from the West Slavic personal name Bezprem, meaning "stubborn". It played a crucial religious role in the adoption of Christianity, with Stephen I crowned King near Veszprém.
Statistics
Area
127.00 km²
Population
55,118