# Szeged

> city in Csongrád-Csanád County, Hungary

**Wikidata**: [Q81581](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q81581)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Szeged)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/szeged

## Summary
Szeged is a city in Csongrád-Csanád County, Hungary, with approximately 158,000 residents as of 2024, situated on the Tisza River and recognized as the county capital with historical significance dating back to its earliest written record in 1183.

## Key Facts
- Located in Csongrád-Csanád County, Hungary, with coordinates at 46.25°N, 20.1667°E
- Has an area of 28,100 hectares
- Population was 161,837 in 2013, 161,921 in 2014, 159,074 in 2021, 158,797 in 2022, 158,829 in 2023, and 157,930 in 2024
- Postal code is 6720 and local dialing code is 62
- Elevation above sea level is 75 meters
- Timezone is Central European Time (UTC+01:00 standard, UTC+02:00 daylight saving)
- Official language is Hungarian
- Classified as a "city with county rights" since 1990, previously as a "county town" from 1954-1971
- Has the ISO 3166-2 code HU-SD
- Population classification uses resident population as the criterion
- Area unit is hectares
- Population determination methods include estimation and census
- The city has been twinned with multiple international cities since the 1950s

## FAQs
- **What is Szeged's population?** The resident population was 158,829 as of January 1, 2023, and 157,930 as of January 1, 2024.
- **What is Szeged's significance as a government center?** It serves as the capital of Csongrád-Csanád County and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Szeged–Csanád.
- **What international cities is Szeged twinned with?** The city has formal partnerships with Subotica (Serbia), Łódź (Poland), Varna (Bulgaria), and other cities across Europe and Asia.
- **What is the city's historical significance?** Szeged has the earliest written record dating back to 1183 and was the site of the Siege of Szeged.
- **What is the city's official website?** The official municipal website is https://www.szegedvaros.hu/ in Hungarian.

## Why It Matters
Szeged plays a crucial role as a regional administrative center for Csongrád-Csanád County, serving as the capital and seat of government for both the county and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Szeged–Csanád. Its significance extends beyond governance to cultural and economic importance, with the city hosting various institutions, educational facilities, and cultural landmarks that contribute to Hungary's heritage and development. The city's historical resilience and modern development make it a key urban center in southeastern Hungary.

## Notable For
- Being the largest city in Csongrád-Csanád County with county rights since 1990
- Historical significance including the Siege of Szeged and its earliest written record from 1183
- Having the Tisza River as a major geographical feature
- Maintaining formal twinning relationships with multiple international cities since the 1950s
- Serving as the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Szeged–Csanád
- Having a population exceeding 150,000 residents, making it one of Hungary's major urban centers

## Body
### Geography and Location
Szeged is situated in southeastern Hungary within Csongrád-Csanád County. The city lies on the banks of the Tisza River, with coordinates at 46.25° north latitude and 20.1667° east longitude. The urban area covers 28,100 hectares and has an elevation of 75 meters above sea level. The city is positioned within the Central European Time zone (UTC+01:00 standard time, UTC+02:00 during daylight saving periods).

### Demographics and Population
The population of Szeged has been documented through multiple census and estimation methods. In 2013, the resident population was 161,837, rising slightly to 161,921 in 2014. By 2021, the population had decreased to 159,074, and continued to decline to 158,797 in 2022, 158,829 in 2023, and 157,930 in 2024. The population determination methods include both estimation and census data, with the most recent comprehensive census data from 2022.

### Governance and Administration
Szeged functions as a "city with county rights" since December 1, 1990, which grants it special administrative status within Hungary. The city serves as the capital of Csongrád-Csanád County and is governed by elected officials. The current head of government is László Botka, who has held the position since October 31, 2002. Previous mayors include László Bartha (1998-2002) and István Szalay (1994-1998). The city is represented in the Hungarian parliament through individual constituencies including Csongrád-Csanád County No. 1 and No. 2.

### Infrastructure and Communications
The city uses the postal code 6720 and has a local dialing code of 62. The official municipal website is https://www.szegedvaros.hu/, which provides information in Hungarian. The city maintains social media presence including a Facebook location ID of 112272775454136 and a subreddit for English-speaking residents. The official language is Hungarian, with the city's name appearing in various languages including English, Serbian, Romanian, and Arabic.

### Cultural and Historical Significance
Szeged has historical importance dating back to its earliest written record in 1183. The city is known for the Siege of Szeged, a significant historical event. It serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Szeged–Csanád, which has historical roots dating back to 1777. The city has been twinned with multiple international cities since the 1950s, including Subotica (Serbia), Łódź (Poland), Varna (Bulgaria), and others across Europe and Asia.

### Twinnings and International Relations
Szeged maintains formal partnerships with numerous international cities, including:
- Subotica (Serbia) since June 17, 1966
- Łódź (Poland) since May 19, 2008
- Varna (Bulgaria) with a start date not specified in the records
- Rakhiv (Ukraine) since 1939
- Pula (Croatia) since 2003
- Cambridge (United Kingdom) since 1987
- Parma (Italy) since 1988
- Darmstadt (Germany) since 1990
- Toledo (United States) since 1990
- Timișoara (Romania) since January 27, 1998
- Larnaca Municipality (Cyprus) since November 6, 1993
- Târgu Mureș (Romania) since 1997
- Odesa (Ukraine) since 1957
- Nice (France) since 1969
- Liège (Belgium) since 2001
- Kotor (Montenegro) since 2001

These partnerships facilitate cultural exchange, economic cooperation, and diplomatic relations between Szeged and its international partners.

### Language and Identity
The city's official name is Szeged, with multiple historical and alternative names including Segedo, Segedín, Segedyn, Seghedin, Segedin, Seghedino, and Szegedin. The native label is "Szeged" with pronunciation guidance available. The city appears in various encyclopedic references including the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, The Nuttall Encyclopædia, and Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition.

### Digital and Online Presence
Szeged has a comprehensive digital presence including:
- Wikipedia page with 112 sitelinks
- Wikivoyage banner image
- Montage image showing city views
- Flag and coat of arms images
- Multiple Wikimedia Commons galleries and categories
- References in various online encyclopedias and databases

The city's online presence includes references in databases such as VIAF (137203033), GND (4106475-6), and WorldCat (E39PBJyGYcG9rTcQ84wj3Hxv73). The city is categorized under "Category:Szeged" in various online knowledge systems.

### Educational and Institutional Affiliations
Szeged is associated with educational institutions including the Szegedi Tankerületi Központ (Szeged Educational Center). The city has been referenced in academic sources including the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron, Granat Encyclopedic Dictionary, and The Nuttall Encyclopædia. The city's institutions are documented in various academic databases and encyclopedic references.

### Physical and Technical Details
The city's physical characteristics include:
- Area measurement in hectares
- Elevation data
- Geographic coordinates
- Postal and dialing codes
- Timezone information
- Various identification numbers across different knowledge systems

These technical details help in the precise location and identification of the city across different systems and databases.

## References

1. [Szeged települési választás eredményei. National Election Commission. 2010](http://www.valasztas.hu/dyn/ov10/outroot/onktjk2/06/tjk06051.htm)
2. [Szeged település választási eredményei](https://static.valasztas.hu/onktjk2/tjk06051.htm)
3. [Polgármester választás eredménye](https://valtor.valasztas.hu/valtort/jsp/teljkv.jsp?EA=11&MAZ=06&TAZ=050&W=4)
4. Detailed Gazetteer of Hungary
5. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/szabadka-szerbia/)
6. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/szabadka-szerbia/)
7. [Source](http://www.subotica.rs/index/page/id/3610/lg/sr/)
8. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/lodz-lengyelorszag/)
9. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/lodz-lengyelorszag/)
10. [Source](https://uml.lodz.pl/dla-mieszkancow/o-miescie/wspolpraca-z-zagranica/szeged/)
11. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/weinan-shaanxi-tartomany-kina/)
12. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/weinan-shaanxi-tartomany-kina/)
13. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/raho-ukrajna/)
14. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/raho-ukrajna/)
15. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/pula-horvatorszag/)
16. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/pula-horvatorszag/)
17. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/cambridge-egyesult-kiralysag/)
18. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/cambridge-egyesult-kiralysag/)
19. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/parma-olaszorszag/)
20. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/parma-olaszorszag/)
21. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/darmstadt-nemetorszag/)
22. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/darmstadt-nemetorszag/)
23. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/toledo-ohio-egyesult-allamok/)
24. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/toledo-ohio-egyesult-allamok/)
25. [Source](https://www.primariatm.ro/timisoara/index.php?meniuId=2&viewCat=88)
26. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/temesvar-romania/)
27. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/temesvar-romania/)
28. [Twinnings of Larnaka](http://www.larnaka.org.cy/index.php/en/page/adelfopoiiseis#.W3KYvuj-jIU)
29. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/larnaka-ciprus/)
30. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/larnaka-ciprus/)
31. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/turku-finnorszag/)
32. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/turku-finnorszag/)
33. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/marosvasarhely-romania/)
34. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/marosvasarhely-romania/)
35. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/odessza-ukrajna/)
36. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/odessza-ukrajna/)
37. [Source](https://omr.gov.ua/ua/international/goroda-pobratimi/seged-vengriya/)
38. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/nizza-franciaorszag/)
39. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/nizza-franciaorszag/)
40. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/liege-belgium/)
41. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/liege-belgium/)
42. [Source](https://www.liege.be/fr/vie-communale/services-communaux/international/jumelages-et-partenaires/szeged-hongrie)
43. [Source](https://www.szegedvaros.hu/aranyoldalak/kotor-montenegro/)
44. [Source](http://szegedtourism.hu/hu/kotor-montenegro/)
45. Virtual International Authority File
46. archINFORM
47. MusicBrainz
48. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
49. Czech National Authority Database
50. Hungarian National Namespace