In the middle of the last century there were only a few people from the neighboring villages who knew about this place. Today thousands of people come to spend their holidays by the “blue pearl” of the region. “Nomen est omen” (Szelid=gentle): Soft, silky water, whispering rushes, swaying forests - this is Szelid. The sandy beach is ideal for young children and the quiet bays are marvelous for fisherman.