Hungary

Hungary Tourism – basic information and historical facts about the Republic of Hungary, Culture and Tours

A Brief Hungarian History

The area which Hungary now calls its own was once occupied by nomadic Magyars during the middle part of the 8th century. In 1000 A.D., the Magyar prince Stephen was given the name the “Christian King”; this momentous event was the official start of the Hungarian Kingdom.

Hungary lost about two-thirds of its territory (along with its population) at the end of World War I. During World War II, the country was mostly allied with the German forces; an attempt to switch sides later on during the war’s course resulted to the German military’s occupation of the country.
The post-war years saw Hungary establishing a communist dictatorship; the 1990s saw the country smoothly moving into a parliamentary democracy that is largely influenced by Western nations.

What to Look Forward to in Hungary

Hungary is well-known for being the birthplace of world-renowned composers, scientists, inventors and explorers, so you can expect to be bathed in the cultural glow that seems to emanate from the very land itself. As you go around exploring the country’s natural and cultural wonders, you will realize just why countless tourists make it a point to include Hungary in their European itinerary.

Budapest, the country’s capital city, should definitely be included in your Hungarian itinerary; this city will whet your appetite for more of the country’s wonders, and is a great starting point for your Hungarian adventure.

Don’t forget to visit Lake Balaton, Central Europe’s biggest lake. Here you can bask in the natural beauty that never fails to lure tourists from all over the world. Find out what countless travelers are raving about, and spend a few magical hours enjoying the lake’s majestic presence.

Feast on Hungarian cuisine – and prepare to be blown away by the interesting spices and techniques that go into each and every one of the Hungarian delicacies you will encounter. Savor the taste and aroma of paprika, which finds itself in most dishes; sample sausages that will make you want to stay in Hungary forever! This is your chance to try famous Hungarian culinary delights, prepared in the most authentic way possible.

Regardless of how long or how short your stay in Hungary will be, you will surely have a lot of things to occupy your time. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that this relatively small country will just take up a short part of your European vacation – you may just find yourself looking for excuses to stay for a little bit longer in Hungary, exploring the hidden gems of this wonderful nation.

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