Parád

Parád is a village in Heves County, Hungary, north of the Mátra, in the valley of the Parádi-Tarna.

Parád
Large village
Coat of arms
Coordinates: 47°55′26″N 20°02′3″E
Country Hungary
CountyHeves
DistrictPétervására
Area
  Total37.20 km2 (14.36 sq mi)
Population
 (2002)
  Total2,150
  Density58/km2 (150/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
3240
Area code(+36) 36

Parád is noted for the numerous mineral springs in its area, and the famous spa in Parádfürdő.

The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts was formed at the fifth International Guide Conference, held in Parád in 1928.

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