Siófok

Siófok is a city in Hungary on the southern bank of Lake Balaton in Somogy County. The city is one of Hungary's most popular holiday destinations, famous for its beaches and nightlife. Siófok is one of the richest municipalities of Hungary due to tourism. Hungarians often call the town "the capital of Balaton", as it is the largest city on its shores and acts as the commercial and tourism hub of the region.

Geography
In Siófok, the channel Sió flows out of the lake.

Climate
Climate in this area has mild dfferences between highs and lows, and there is adequate rainfall year round. The Köppen Climate Classification subtype for this climate is "Cfb" (Marine West Coast Climate/Oceanic climate).

Events

 * The first High Speed Telegraphy World Championship was hosted in Siófok in 1995.

People

 * John Hirsch, or Hirsch János, Jewish Hungarian-Canadian theater director.
 * Emmerich Kalman, or Kálmán Imre, Composer of operettas.
 * Frigyes Karinthy, father of Ferenc Karinthy

Twin towns — Sister cities
Siófok is twinned with: