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Szombathely lies in western Hungary close to the Austrian border, with a population of around 77,000. It is considered one of Hungary's oldest cities, tracing its origins to the Roman settlement of Savaria. Today it serves as the regional centre of Vas County. Points of interest in and around the city include the Szent István király templom, the Szőlősi harangláb bell tower, and a number of historical monuments and wayside shrines. Its location near the border also makes it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding cross-border region.

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  • Architecture313
  • History256
  • Nature100

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  • Landmark310
  • Historic237
  • Church, Baroque81

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How many places are there in Szombathely?
On TravelType you can discover 427 places in Szombathely.
Which country is Szombathely in?
Szombathely is in Hungary.
What kinds of places are there in Szombathely?
Mostly Architecture, History, and Nature.
What are popular places in Szombathely?
For example Bernstein Castle, birthplace of Franz Liszt, and Burg Güssing.

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