Bozsok

Bozsok
Bozsok

Location of Bozsok

Coordinates: 47°19′29″N 16°29′26″E / 47.32476°N 16.49042°E / 47.32476; 16.49042Coordinates: 47°19′29″N 16°29′26″E / 47.32476°N 16.49042°E / 47.32476; 16.49042
Country  Hungary
County Vas
Area
  Total 20.91 km2 (8.07 sq mi)
Population (2004)
  Total 370
  Density 17.69/km2 (45.8/sq mi)
Time zone CET (UTC+1)
  Summer (DST) CEST (UTC+2)
Postal code 9727
Area code(s) 94

Bozsok is a village in Vas County, Hungary. It is mentioned in some records from the 13th century.[1] It is near the remains of some Roman water pipes.[1] It lies at the foot of the Kőszeg Mountains[2] on the border with Austria, having Rechnitz on the other side.[1] One of the attractions of Bozsok is Sibrik Castle.[3]

Famous people

The architect Miklós Hofer was born in Bozsok in 1931.

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Bozsok". Welcome to Hungary!. Compalmanach. Retrieved 2009-01-07.
  2. "Sibrik Castle, Bozsok". Hotel Directory. Budapest Hotel. Retrieved 2009-01-07.
  3. "Castles and Spas around West Hungary". Tour Itinerary. Bicycling World. Retrieved 2009-01-07.
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