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Video: Hungarian Holiday On 23 October - Remembering The 1956 Revolution

  • 22 Oct 2024 5:38 PM
  • community & culture
"The Hungarian Revolution of 1956 was a spontaneous nationwide revolt against the Stalinist government of the People's Republic of Hungary and its Soviet-imposed policies, lasting from 23 October until 10 November 1956.

Watch: Victims of Roma Holocaust Commemorated in Budapest

The Roma murdered during the second world war were commemorated in Budapest on the Roma Holocaust Memorial Day on Friday, at an event held at the Holocaust Memorial Centre.

Triumph of 1456: Anniversary Marked by Hungary of Victory over Ottoman Army at Nándorfehérvár - Present-Day Belgrade

“Hungary needs well trained soldiers strong in spirit,” Tamás Vargha, Hungary’s deputy defence minister, said at a commemoration marking the anniversary of the Christian forces’ victory over the Ottoman army at Nándorfehérvár (present-day Belgrade) of 1456.

Shops Closed on 19 & 20 May - What Else Does Pentecost Signify In Hungary?

  • 15 May 2024 4:20 PM
  • community & culture
Pentecost is a public holiday in Hungary, and so shops will be closed on Sunday and Monday, 19 & 20 May. It's a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whit Sunday.

‘Island Of Renewal': Hungary Has A "Prosperous Jewish Community", Says Israel’s Ambassador at March in Budapest

This year’s March of the Living was held in Budapest on Sunday, with participants walking from the Dohány Street synagogue to Keleti railway station.

Controversial Anti-EU Speech by Orbán Marks Hungary’s March 15 National Holiday

“We cannot accept that Brussels has abandoned Europeans, moreover, turned against them,” Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in a speech marking Hungary’s March 15 national holiday.

Budapest Republic: Capital of Hungary is a 'Republic Ruled by Budapesters', Says Mayor

Budapest is a republic ruled by Budapest citizens, Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsoy said on Friday, marking the anniversary of the 1848-49 revolution and freedom fight.

Xpat Explainer: 15 March Commemoration of 1848 Hungarian Revolution

  • 11 Mar 2024 7:13 AM
  • community & culture
The Hungarian Revolution of 1848 was one of many of the European Revolutions that year, and was closely linked to other 1848 revolutions in the Habsburg areas. The revolution in the Kingdom of Hungary grew into a war for independence from the Austrian Empire, ruled by the Habsburg monarchy.

Xpat Explainer: Bálint Nap in Hungary - Valentine's Day

  • 7 Feb 2024 6:52 AM
  • community & culture
As we all know, Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate with your significant other, perhaps a time to revisit memorable places and enjoy a romantic dinner. It has only been celebrated in Hungary since 1990 however, and the equivalent of Valentine here is the name Bálint, whose name day falls on 14 February.

Video: Hungarian Holiday On 23 October - Remembering The 1956 Revolution

  • 22 Oct 2024 5:38 PM
  • community & culture
"The Hungarian Revolution of 1956 was a spontaneous nationwide revolt against the Stalinist government of the People's Republic of Hungary and its Soviet-imposed policies, lasting from 23 October until 10 November 1956.

Watch: Victims of Roma Holocaust Commemorated in Budapest

The Roma murdered during the second world war were commemorated in Budapest on the Roma Holocaust Memorial Day on Friday, at an event held at the Holocaust Memorial Centre.

Triumph of 1456: Anniversary Marked by Hungary of Victory over Ottoman Army at Nándorfehérvár - Present-Day Belgrade

“Hungary needs well trained soldiers strong in spirit,” Tamás Vargha, Hungary’s deputy defence minister, said at a commemoration marking the anniversary of the Christian forces’ victory over the Ottoman army at Nándorfehérvár (present-day Belgrade) of 1456.

Shops Closed on 19 & 20 May - What Else Does Pentecost Signify In Hungary?

  • 15 May 2024 4:20 PM
  • community & culture
Pentecost is a public holiday in Hungary, and so shops will be closed on Sunday and Monday, 19 & 20 May. It's a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whit Sunday.

‘Island Of Renewal': Hungary Has A "Prosperous Jewish Community", Says Israel’s Ambassador at March in Budapest

This year’s March of the Living was held in Budapest on Sunday, with participants walking from the Dohány Street synagogue to Keleti railway station.

Controversial Anti-EU Speech by Orbán Marks Hungary’s March 15 National Holiday

“We cannot accept that Brussels has abandoned Europeans, moreover, turned against them,” Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in a speech marking Hungary’s March 15 national holiday.

Budapest Republic: Capital of Hungary is a 'Republic Ruled by Budapesters', Says Mayor

Budapest is a republic ruled by Budapest citizens, Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsoy said on Friday, marking the anniversary of the 1848-49 revolution and freedom fight.

Xpat Explainer: 15 March Commemoration of 1848 Hungarian Revolution

  • 11 Mar 2024 7:13 AM
  • community & culture
The Hungarian Revolution of 1848 was one of many of the European Revolutions that year, and was closely linked to other 1848 revolutions in the Habsburg areas. The revolution in the Kingdom of Hungary grew into a war for independence from the Austrian Empire, ruled by the Habsburg monarchy.

Xpat Explainer: Bálint Nap in Hungary - Valentine's Day

  • 7 Feb 2024 6:52 AM
  • community & culture
As we all know, Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate with your significant other, perhaps a time to revisit memorable places and enjoy a romantic dinner. It has only been celebrated in Hungary since 1990 however, and the equivalent of Valentine here is the name Bálint, whose name day falls on 14 February.