The 10.8 km long and 2.3 km wide lake, occupying an area of 26 square km-s, got its name from Italian settlers arriving to the court of King Matthias, and owes its attraction to its extraordinary beauty.
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The reeds with narrow passes and inner bays, which cover almost a third of
the lake's surface, are home to rare water birds. In the nature reserve 28
bird species breed regularly, with thousands of winged "transit passengers,"
taking a rest in the reed abodes during the autumn and spring migration.
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Sunny beaches with waters warming up to 26-28 degrees and containing a
large amount of mineral salts, await water and sun lovers throughout the
summer. Tourists can enjoy all comfort provided by modern hotels, motels,
pensions campsites and beaches including a thermal bath in Agárd a few
years ago, shopping malls and restaurants offering delicates of Hungarian
and international cuisine.
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Martonvásár hosts the most prestigous cultural events near the lake,
including the traditional Beethoven concerts, held in the park of the
local Brunszvik Castle, and international music and folk-dance courses.
The former Cziráky Castle is a masterpiece of neo-classical architecture
and has a wonderful adjoining park as well.
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