Hungary
Hungary
Types of trips: Relaxation, Entertainment, Nature, Geographical, Exploration
Best known for: Rubik's cube, Ballpoint Pen, Komondor dogs, Inventors, Thermal lakes
Why Go?: Hungary is a country of a different personality - with it's own specific language, architecture and culture, this destination would be great for getting a taste of Europe at it's most delightful.
Fact File
Population: 10,000,000
Capital: Budapest
Language(s): Hungarian
Ties to the UK?: Good political relationship, increasingly popular travel destination
Landscape: Two main waterways (Danube & Tisza rivers) that split the country into sections; hilly in the east and flatter in the south, with the Caparthian mountain range starting in the north.
Climate/Seasons: Hot summer period with low humidity levels, but frequent rainfall and cold/snowy winters.
When to Go: Good activities all year round; the warmest weather is around August, but spring and autumn are both pleasant and would be a great opportunity for a city break.
Reasons to Visit: The gently sweeping landscape of Hungary is offset by the beautiful cities, whose streets and buildings are some of the most impressive in Europe. With venues both old and new, Hungary has so much to explore and things that will entertain everybody.
How to Get There: Good international airport in Budapest, but other cities have good links so there are many options depending on your exact destination.
Places to Go: Shoes on the Danube Bank, Buda Castle, Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion
Famous People: Laszlo Biro, Viktor Orban, Erno Rubik, Edward Teller
Natural Wonders/Wildlife: Kiskunsag National Park, Bukk National Park
History: Occupied by the Soviet Union
Architecture: Hungarian State Opera House, St Stephen's Basilica, Chain Bridge, Great Synagogue
Culture: Grand architecture, traditional Hungarian folk/classical music
Sport: Water sports, Ice Hockey, Football, Sabre
Events: Budapest Spring Festival, Miskolc Opera Festival
Watch Out For: The city centres can get extremely busy, so be careful of crowd risks and pickpockets.
Medical Issues: No specific vaccinations advised, but check with your doctor if you have health concerns
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