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Travel to Hungary

The small country of Hungary (Magyarország), surrounded by a sea of Slavs, is unique for its language, culture and ability to survive. Settled by the Magyars (a Finno-Ugric tribe who arrived via Russia in the ninth century), the country and its people have remained true to their heritage despite Mongol invasion in the 13th century, Turkish occupation in the 16th and 17th centuries, Austrian rule in the 18th and early 19th centuries, and communist domination in the mid 20th century.

The pride locals have for their nation is immense, but it doesnt spring solely from the stalwart strength of their nation. Hungary is also home to historic urban centres and evocative landscapes, not to mention quality wines, rejuvenating thermal springs, and a thriving arts and music scene.

Budapest, the capital, is a fantastic city split in two by the Danube. Buda is older, hillier, and more graceful, while Pest is the commercial centre dotted by gorgeous art nouveau buildings. Budapest contains the countrys best bars and clubs, and has been a long time haven for writers, artists and musicians. Other centres, such as Eger, Pécs, Szentendre and Sopron, to name but a few, are vibrant cities with rich histories and stunning architecture.

The Puszta, a seemingly unending prairie topped by big skies, is the countrys defining landscape, but Hungarys outdoor beauty doesnt stop there. There are 11 national parks and hundreds of protected areas to explore, along with Lake Balaton, Europes largest body of fresh water, a multitude of meandering rivers and thousands of acres of vineyards and orchards. And at the end of a hard day sightseeing, theres no better place to relax than in one of Hungarys 150 thermal spas, some of which date back to Roman days.

Hungary Public holiday

24/12 Christmas Eve
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
01/01 New Year's Day
15/03 Anniversary of 1848 uprising against Austrian rule
25/04 Easter Monday
01/05 Labour Day
13/06 Whit Monday
20/08 National Day (Feast of St Stephen)
23/10 Republic Day (Anniversary of 1956)
01/11 All Saints' Day
24/12 Christmas Eve
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
01/01 New Year's Day
15/03 Anniversary of 1848 uprising against Austrian rule
09/04 Easter Monday
01/05 Labour Day
28/05 Whit Monday
20/08 National Day (Feast of St Stephen)
23/10 Republic Day (Anniversary of 1956)
01/11 All Saints' Day
24/12 Christmas Eve
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day

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