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Siófok is a city in Hungary on the southern bank of Lake Balaton in Somogy County. The city is one of Hungary's most popular holiday destinations, famous for its beaches and nightlife. Siófok is one of the richest municipalities of Hungary due to tourism. Hungarians often call the town "the capital of Balaton", as it is the largest city on its shores and acts as the commercial and touristic hub of the region.GeographyIn Siófok, the canal Sió flows out of the lake.ClimateClimate in this area has mild differences between highs and lows, and there is adequate rainfall year-round. The Köppen Climate Classification subtype for this climate is "Cfb" (Marine West Coast Climate/Oceanic climate).Events The first High Speed Telegraphy World Championship was hosted in Siófok in 1995.People John Hirsch, or Hirsch János, Jewish Hungarian-Canadian theater director. Emmerich Kalman, or Kálmán Imre, Composer of operettas was born here. Frigyes Karinthy, father of Ferenc Karinthy died here. Imre Varga, renowned sculptor, was born here.