Browse things to do in Hungary

 

Hungary (Magyarország) is a country in Central Europe. Member of the European Union and the Schengen Border-less Europe Agreement. The country offers many diverse destinations: relatively low mountains in the north-west, the Great Plain in the east, lakes and rivers of all sorts (including Balaton - the largest lake in Central Europe), and many beautiful small villages and hidden gems of cities. Top this off with Hungary's great accessibility in the middle of Europe, a vivid culture and economy, and you get a destination absolutely not worth missing if you're in the region.

 

Cities

Budapest - the capital

 

Debrecen - the second largest city in the country

 

Eger - famous for its baroque buildings, castle and wines, especially Bull's Blood (Bikavér).

 

Esztergom - The first capital, the seat of Constitutional court and the Roman catholic Church of Hungary, home of the biggest church in Central Europe.

 

Kecskemét - a town famous for its vibrant music scene, plum brandy, and Art Nouveau architecture

 

Miskolc - with the unique cave bath in Miskolc-Tapolca, the third largest city in the coutry, located near the Bükk hills

 

Nyíregyháza - a small city with a busy water resort, museum village, and annual autumn festival

 

Pécs - a pleasant cultural centre and university town

 

Szeged - the sunniest city in Hungary

 

Székesfehérvár - Former royal seat, currently famous for its baroque architecture and museums

 

Szombathely - Former Roman colony, Centre of Western Danubia and county Vas

 

 

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