Nyékládháza was unified from two villages: Mezőnyék and Ládháza in 1932. That is why the arms of the town has dual nature: the golden left side with the turul (mythical eagle of the ancient Hungarians) stands for Nyék, the silvery right side with an arm holding a knife and with a red rose represents Ládháza.

Archeological finds prove important historic role

Borsod County played an important role in Hungarian history and so did our town, already in the prehistoric age. This has been proven by excavation and research results. One can find several evidences of the presence of antic man, remains of the bronze and iron age, traces of the Scythians and Celts, Sarmatian earthen vessels and an Avar cemetery having given the most important archeological material (see Otto Herman Museum in Miskolc).

Origin of Mezőnyék and Ládháza

Mezőnyék was named after the conquering tribe Nyék. It was first mentioned in documents in 1270 and 1293. The occurrences of the name are: Kelemenesnyék, Kisnyék, Felnyék. The name Mezőnyék has been used since the 14th century. The name Ládháza originates from the person or clan name "Lád". It was first mentioned in a document in 1416.

Lack of continuous development for centuries

Both villages were ruined several times in history - they were burnt down by the Tartars and later by the Turks, making both villages deserted for long decades through different centuries. Grape and wine production always helped Nyék to start development after wartimes, but Ládháza could only start to develop fast in 1741 when Presbyterian families were settled in from Miskolc. Both villages were of agricultural character.

The biggest growth in the 20th century

Already before World War II the Lenz family grew and exported apricots, apples and grapes on their lands here. The largest gravel-pit of Central Europe was opened in Mezőnyék in 1917. The 20th century gave the biggest growth in the life of Nyékládháza, thanks to its great geographical position and the closeness of Hungary's second biggest industrial town, Miskolc. The population was growing constantly and a great infrastructure was built too. Nyékládháza became one of the most important traffic junctions in Hungary as main traffic roads and railway lines converge here.

Nyékládháza in the 21st century

In 2003 Nyékládháza was granted all the rights of a town, showing it has achieved a great degree of development. The biggest attraction of the town is still its great geographical position, the closeness of main roads and motorways and of course the biggest town in North-East Hungary, Miskolc, which is only 15 km away. Nyékládháza still has the largest gravel-pit in Hungary today, and the artificial lake system consisting of three big and three smaller lakes attracts thousands of holidaymakers during the summer months. The lakes are already a paradise for people enjoying water sports, still there is a lot to be done to make great use of this incredible gift of the town.