Balatonalmádi

Balatonalmádi (Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈbɒlɒtonɒlmaːdi]) is a popular resort town in Veszprém county, in Hungary, with a population of 8,500, situated on the northern shore of Lake Balaton.

At its beginnings, the settlement was called Almádi, and later Almádi-puszta, and belonged to the vineyard located on the current city centre.

Almadi summer festival starting from June to September every weekend with special programmes.

The growth of Balatonalmádi was quickened by the opening of the railway in 1909.

Balatonalmádi is a well known tourist destination in Hungary due to its attractive location.