Gárdony facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Gárdony
Town
Thermal Bath of Gárdony
Flag Coat of arms
Gárdony Location in Hungary
Country	Hungary
County	Fejér
District	Gárdony
Area
• Total	63.50 km2 (24.52 sq mi)
Population  (2017)
• Total	10,855
• Density	170.945/km2 (442.75/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	2483
Area code	(+36) 22
Motorways	M7
Distance from Budapest	51.3 km (31.9 mi) Northeast

Gárdony is a lively town in Fejér County, Hungary. It's about 55 kilometers (around 34 miles) away from Budapest, which is the capital city of Hungary. Gárdony is especially famous for being right next to the beautiful Lake Velencei, making it a super popular spot for summer fun!

Where the Name Gárdony Comes From

The name Gárdony is thought to have started way back in the early 1200s. It's an old name with a long history.

A Look at Gárdony's History

We know Gárdony has been around for a long time. There's a written record from 1260 that mentions a place called Gardun. This was during the time of King Zsigmond, who ruled from 1387 to 1437.

Gárdony used to be a village. But on March 31, 1989, it officially became a town. This was an important step for the community.

Exploring Gárdony's Geography

Gárdony is located right next to Lake Velencei, which is a big reason why it's such a popular place to visit. The town is actually split into three main parts: Gárdony, Agárd, and Dinnyés. All three parts are found on the southern side of the lake.

Lake Velencei: A Summer Hotspot

During the summer, thousands of people come to enjoy Lake Velencei. Many new resorts have opened up along the lake's shore to welcome all the visitors. The lake is known as a fantastic place for families to have fun together.

If you love water sports, this is the place for you! You can go boating, swimming, sailing, and fishing. On the shore, there are also places to play volleyball, basketball, tennis, and football. Plus, there's often live entertainment happening throughout the summer months, making it a really exciting place to be.

Famous People from Gárdony

One very well-known person born in Gárdony was Géza Gárdonyi. He was born in a part of Gárdony called Agárdpuszta. Today, you can find a statue of him in the center park of Agárd, honoring his memory.

Gárdony's Sister Cities Around the World

Twin towns and sister cities are like special friends that towns make with other towns in different countries. It helps people from different places learn about each other's cultures. Gárdony is twinned with these towns:

Sports in Gárdony

Gárdony has its own association football (soccer) club called Gárdonyi VSC. The team is based right here in town.

Gallery

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  This map shows Gárdony from the First Military Mapping Survey of the Austrian Empire.

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  This map shows Gárdony from the Second Military Mapping Survey of the Austrian Empire.

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  This map shows Gárdony from the Third Military Mapping Survey of the Austrian Empire.

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  A memorial honoring those from Gárdony who served in the Second World War.

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  The beautiful Sacred Heart Church in Gárdony.

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  A statue of the famous writer Géza Gárdonyi in Agárd.

See also

In Spanish: Gárdony para niños