Keszthely is a town in Hungary in Zala county in the district Keszthely. The name of the town comes from the Slovan word for churches. It has an area of almost 8 thousand ha and more than 20 thousand inhabitants. Keszthely is situated on the western shore of lake Balaton. It is the second biggest town on the shores of Balaton after the town Siófok and one of the most important cultural, educational and economical centres in the region.Keszthely is a town in Hungary in Zala county in the district Keszthely. The name of the town comes from the Slovan word for churches. It has an area of almost 8 thousand ha and more than 20 thousand inhabitants. Keszthely is situated on the western shore of lake Balaton. It is the second biggest town on the shores of Balaton after the town Siófok and one of the most important cultural, educational and economical centres in the region. Thanks to its advantageous position and accessibility, the town Keszthely is a prefered destination for summer holidays. Read more Hide