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Country Information

Capital

Budapest

Population

5,026,192

Area

93,028 km²

Largest City

Budapest

Daylight Saving Time (DST)

Observed

ISO Code

HU / HUN

Time Zones

1 zone

Languages

Hungarian

Currency

Hungarian Forint (Ft) - Ft100

Coordinates

Decimal:47.4984, 19.0404

DMS:47°29′54″N, 19°02′26″E

Elevation

Highest:1,014 m

Lowest:78 m

Average:546 m

International Dialing Code

+36

Time Zones

• Europe/Budapest| CET (UTC+1)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost

Southernmost

Easternmost

Westernmost

About Hungary

•Hungary has a rich history that includes the establishment of the Kingdom of Hungary in 1000 AD.

•The Hungarian language, known as Magyar, is unique in Europe and is not related to the Indo-European language family.

•Hungary is famous for its thermal baths, which are a part of the country's culture and a popular attraction for both locals and tourists.

•The country is home to the Danube River, which is the second longest river in Europe and runs through the capital, Budapest.

•Hungary's traditional cuisine features dishes such as goulash, which is made with meat, vegetables, and paprika, a spice that is central to Hungarian cooking.

•The country has a strong tradition of folk music and dance, with festivals celebrating these cultural aspects held throughout the year.

•The Hungarian Parliament Building, located along the Danube, is one of the largest and oldest legislative buildings in Europe.

•Hungary has made significant contributions to science and technology, with notable figures such as physicist Leo Szilard and mathematician John von Neumann.

•Hungary is known for its stunning landscapes, including the Great Plain, which is an extensive area of flatlands home to diverse wildlife.

•The country has a rich literary tradition, with famous authors such as Sándor Petőfi and Imre Kertész, the latter of whom won the Nobel Prize in Literature.

•Hungary hosts the annual Sziget Festival, one of the largest music and cultural festivals in Europe, attracting international acts and visitors.

•The country has a long-standing tradition of winemaking, with the Tokaj region being renowned for its sweet wines.

•Hungary is a member of the European Union and has adopted the euro as its currency, although it continues to use the Hungarian forint.

•The Hungarian folk art is celebrated for its intricate embroidery, pottery, and woodwork, often reflecting the country's history and culture.