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Shepherd's Polenta (known as mămăligă in Romanian)

The traditional national dish of the Romanian community in Lőkösháza, with a history spanning over a century. Its preparation is extremely simple: cornmeal or coarse corn flour is cooked in milk or salted water. Depending on the amount of milk or water used, the polenta can have a thin, semi-firm, or firm consistency. It can be served as a side dish, flavoured with sheep's cheese and sour cream, sprinkled with dill and crispy bacon bits. The Romanians of Lőkösháza often enjoy it alongside stuffed cabbage, with warm milk, or as a dessert sweetened with honey, sugar, cinnamon, or even jam. Since 2021, the Romanian Association of Lőkösháza has showcased the traditional recipe at annual Romanian remembrance evenings, as well as at local or larger gastronomic events that bring together Romanian ethnic groups. Shepherd's polenta is highly popular not only among the older generation but also with younger people. Justification for inclusion in the heritage register: At local and larger community events, such as county-level Romanian gastronomic festivals, the dish is closely associated with the Romanian community of Lőkösháza and the Romanian Association of Lőkösháza. The opportunity to taste this gastronomic treasure is only available by prior arrangement.

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  • Class trips
  • Families with older children
  • Families with younger children
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  • Seniors
  • Multigenerational programs
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Church of Our Lady of Fatima Church of Our Lady of Fatima The current church was built to replace the modest prayer house that previously stood here. The construction of the church was initiated by the late mayor Géza Germán. The project was supported by the Diocese of Szeged-Csanád and Bishop László Kiss-Rigó. Local residents also contributed to the construction: the Viszokai family donated a 280-kilogram bell, Corvus-Kora Róbert provided two large paintings and a five-metre granite cross. The foundation stone was laid on 13 October 2007. Construction work began in August 2008 and was completed by the end of May 2009. The church was consecrated on 22 August 2009. On the day of the consecration, several hundred people gathered, with at least half unable to fit inside the church, so they listened to the mass from outside via loudspeakers. Justification for inclusion in the heritage register: The church plays a significant role in the lives of Lőkösháza's residents. It is an important place for Catholic believers. This is where they baptise their children, where they receive their First Communion, where they are confirmed, where they marry, and where they offer masses for their deceased loved ones. The church is a home for everyone and a place of gathering every Sunday. Without a church, it is difficult to foster a Christian community life. It can be visited by prior telephone arrangement.
5743 Lőkösháza
Bréda Castle of Vásárhely Bréda Castle of Vásárhely The building stood abandoned for many years. After its renovation, it now operates as a cultural visitor centre and a tourist attraction. Every evening, after sunset, a unique light art display is showcased on the façade of the castle, which is set in a stunning environment. Events and weddings held in the surrounding historic park can become elegant and unforgettable memories, earning it the prestigious award of Best Wedding Venue in Békés County in 2016. Inside the building, visitors can explore numerous fascinating features, such as the Foucault pendulum located in the dome room, with a unique dome painting visible 15 metres above it. The rooms bring the castle's and the family's history to life, and visitors can also gain insight into the daily life of the estate. Several models have been placed in the visitor area. Interactive installations and 3D projections illustrate the renovation work of the castle. Numerous pieces of furniture and furnishings characteristic of the castle's era are on display. The basement houses the Hungarikum Centre, showcasing the internationally renowned values and prides of Békés County. The castle grounds also feature a restaurant and an event marquee, suitable for hosting various events.
5743 Lőkösháza
Sándor Petőfi Community Centre and Library Exhibition Flower Exhibition by Mrs Károly Kovács Made of Sugar Mrs Károly Kovács was born in 1957 in Lőkösháza, where she has lived ever since. Following in her father’s footsteps, she also became a tailor and seamstress, working in Lőkösháza. She initially created sugar flowers and decorated cakes as a hobby for her family and friends. Through this, her work came to the attention of our town’s mayor, Györgyi Szűcsné Gergely. She encouraged her to participate in the amateur cake-making competition organised by the Mihály Munkácsy Museum in Békéscsaba in 2015, where she received a special award for her cake composition titled “My Grandchild’s Tale.” Later, she completed a sugar flower-making course, where she met Master Confectioner Dr Zoltán, a member of the Békés County Culinary Team. Dr Zoltán noticed her work and, in 2016, invited her to create floral decorations for their table at the Culinary Olympics in Erfurt. Since 2016, she has been making the village day cake for Lőkösháza every year. Her exhibition can be viewed at the Sándor Petőfi Community Centre in Lőkösháza.
5743 Lőkösháza, Alapitók útja 17

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