Hungary Holidays & Travel Guide | Trip to Hungary | Complete Hungary Information
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Hungary is regarded as one of the top destinations for a vacation in the world. Hungary, with its capital at Budapest is located in Central Europe. This country has a rich history, with tales of colonialism, battles, and expansion to its credit. Today, however, it has a developed economy, with immense foreign investments being made.
The natives are mostly Hungarian, although there have been immigrants from other countries such as Germany, Ukraine and Russia who have also come into the country over the years. The waves of cultural change that swept the world in the earlier centuries, had its impact on Hungary too, particularly in literature. Poets such as Balint Balassi, who had many medieval influences in his works, and Zrinvi, came to light during the 16th century. Often new ideas and ways of thinking were reflected in the works of poets such as Mihaly Vitez, Janos Batsanyi and so on. A 19th century poet called Janos Arany was famed for his love ballads. Modern names who are Hungarian and have been much acclaimed are writers like Sandor Marai, Imre Kertesz and Peter Nadas. Hungarian inventors have given much to the world. Examples are Erno Rubik (the Rubik cube), Dennis Gabor (holography) and Laslo Biro (the ballpoint pen).
Besides the cuisine, Hungary is famous for its monuments, churches and historical sites. Budapest itself, is divided into two parts- Buda which has a more medieval feel, and Pest which is more commercial in nature. Gellery Hill home to the Citadella, a 19th century fort, is worth visiting. The Royal Palace, which has many architectural styles, is home to the National Gallery. The Historical Museum of Budapest located here, has many 15th century archaeological artifacts. The Fisherman’s Bastion, built in 1905, is beautiful with white cloisters and stairways. There is a memorial to King Stephen, the founder of the nation too. The Matthias Church is a 700 year old church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, which has a multicoloured tiled roof, a Gothic spire, richly decorated altar, frescoes and other decorations. It is an important landmark here.
In Pest, one can see the Belvárosi Templom, the oldest church in Hungary, which was built in the 12th century. This is a city full of hot springs too. Esztergom, is crucial to Hungarian history, and is home to the first cathedral in the country. Hungary has much to offer a nature lover too. Do visit Heviz, which is home to the largest second largest thermal lake, and is a great place for a swim. The Szépasszony Valley (Valley of the Pretty Woman), has many vineyards, cellars and taverns, full of historical significance. The ‘Istenes Pince’, is believed to be the oldest cellar in Hungary. Balatonfured, is an 18th century resort, on the Lake Balaton, which has many mineral baths too. Many ill people come here to get cured, from illnesses.
The combination of history and nature, makes Hungary an interesting destination for any tourist. You are sure to enjoy your stay here.
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