Velem
Sign in to saveVelem is a village in Vas county, Hungary. The village is situated on the slopes of Kőszeg Mountains, at the westernmost tip of the county and the region known as Alpokalja (Lower Alps). Velem is notable for its picturesque environment and healthy climate.
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- Country
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- Region
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- Western Transdanubia
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- County
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- Vas
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- +1
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- +2
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- Velem légifotó.jpg
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- Settlement <! more fields are available for this Infobox See Template:Infobox Settlement >.website
- velem.hu
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- Velem
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- Location of Vas county in Hungary
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- First mention
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- 1279
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- 8.61
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- Population
- 392
- Area
- 8.61
- Official website
- velem.hu
- Image
- Velem légifotó.jpg
- Dialing code
- 94
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- postal code
- 9726
- Commons category
- Velem
- P8168
- Chris le Bihan
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Velem is a village in Vas county, Hungary. The village is situated on the slopes of Kőszeg Mountains, at the westernmost tip of the county and the region known as Alpokalja (Lower Alps). Velem is notable for its picturesque environment and healthy climate.
== History == Velem was first mentioned in records in 1279. One of the notable archaeological sights of Central Europe can be found on St. Vid Hill above the village. The church on the top of the hill can be seen from several kilometers away. Owing to the excellent climatic conditions, Velem has become a well-known resort and holiday centre with full infrastructure. In the village, there is a House of Crafts preserving the tradition of local folk arts.
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