ZALASZABAR

The settlement is mentioned as Zabar in ancient writings . A large number of excavations were carried out on the outskirts of the village recently, valuable finds were uncovered in the area, which proves the antiquity of the settlement. It was an inhabited settlement at the time of the Hungarian conquest, but before the Hungarians of Árpádarrived here the Shavards and Sabars, probably the name of the settlement stem from it. During the history of Zalaszabarit has always been a settlement inhabited by Christians, a significant part of its church was built by Ban Buzádaround the 1230s. It acquired its present form in the era after the Turkish invasion and it is called the Holy Virgin MaryChurch. The whole building is under monument protection.In 2007, the main square of the village got a new name, after the great hungarian footballer Ferenc Puskás, and it was inaugurated with the first public bust of sporting excellence ,and at the ceremony the former surviving members of the Golden Team and his dear wife, Aunt Bözsi, were also present.

The inhabitants of the village have always been engaged in agriculture: crop production, animal husbandry, fishing due to the proximity of the river Zala, forestry due to extensive forests,and the cultivation of grapes and wine, which gave rank, provided a livelihood for the population. Since ancient timesexcellent wines are produced here. In the 1890s, The London International Wine Fair (LondonWine World) exhibition awarded the wine of Sabar with a gold medal.

The small settlement in Zala County is a popular tourist destination.The proximity of Lake Balaton, many famous and well-kown spa towns are inviting, and the kindness of the villagers, create an almost homely atmosphere for visitors.