1,718 result(s) for hungarian history
Hungarian History Video: How Hungary Finally Crushed the Mongols
- 28 Aug 2024 12:10 PM
- community & culture
In the thirteenth century, the Mongols achieved a string of virtually unbroken victories, gaining the largest contiguous land empire in history. In the 1240’s, they devastated Hungary, destroying the army of King Béla IV at the famous Battle of Mohi.
What Does This Hungarian Saying Mean? "More Was Lost At Mohács!"
- 28 Aug 2024 11:55 AM
- community & culture
The local saying is often used in difficult times to put a situation in perspective, as it basically means "Worse things have happened". The saying is drawn from Hungarian history, specifically the disaster at Mohács, where Hungary suffered a devastating defeat after an unstoppable attack by the Ottoman Empire.
Xploring Hungary: The Church of Ják
- 23 Aug 2024 7:43 AM
- getting around
The church of Ják is the monumental basilica of the long-ago Benedictine Abbey of Ják. It was built in the Roman style and is an essential part of the Hungarian architecture. It is the only undamaged survivor of the Hungarian ethnical monasteries of the Middle Ages.
Xploring Hungary: Sopron Region
- 23 Aug 2024 6:09 AM
- getting around
Whether you’re looking for a trip with plenty of cultural experiences or a pleasant, relaxing vacation, Sopron and its surroundings will certainly not disappoint you - as the video below shows.
Insider's Guide: Children's Railway in Budapest
- 23 Aug 2024 6:05 AM
- getting around
Of all the attractions Budapest has to offer, its palaces and galleries, its baths and its parks, there’s one gem that is charm personified: the Children’s Railway. Scenic and family-friendly, this retro wonder is both a great day trip and a journey back in time.
Insider’s Guide: Top 7 Taxi Firms in Budapest
- 22 Aug 2024 11:47 AM
- getting around
Key taxi firms in the Hungarian capital were recently tested across multiple criteria by the local ‘Conscious Consumers Association’. The one aim was to determine which of seven key companies tested is the best choice when you need a cab in Budapest.
Watch: Was Spending HUF 15 Billion on August 20 Fireworks 'Irresponsible’?
- 22 Aug 2024 9:55 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
The opposition Democratic Coalition (DK) has criticised the 15 billion forints (EUR 37.9m) earmarked by the government to be spent on the August 20 firework display - you can see a video of the fireworks display in Budapest below in this article.
Special Programmes to Mark 140th Anniversary of Keleti Railway Station in Budapest
- 14 Aug 2024 9:55 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- getting around
State-owned railway company MÁV is marking the 140th anniversary of the opening of Budapest’s Keleti station on Friday with a host of programmes that include film screenings and an exhibition.
Expat Takes Over as Boss of Hungarian Beer Giant Dreher Breweries
- 8 Aug 2024 7:50 AM
- https://bbj.hu/
- business
As of August, Dreher Breweries is led by a new managing director from the United Kingdom - a market with a rich history in beer. Mike James has been selected for this position from within the Asahi Europe & International organization, based on his previous successes and extensive career experience.
Hungarian History Video: How Hungary Finally Crushed the Mongols
- 28 Aug 2024 12:10 PM
- community & culture
In the thirteenth century, the Mongols achieved a string of virtually unbroken victories, gaining the largest contiguous land empire in history. In the 1240’s, they devastated Hungary, destroying the army of King Béla IV at the famous Battle of Mohi.
What Does This Hungarian Saying Mean? "More Was Lost At Mohács!"
- 28 Aug 2024 11:55 AM
- community & culture
The local saying is often used in difficult times to put a situation in perspective, as it basically means "Worse things have happened". The saying is drawn from Hungarian history, specifically the disaster at Mohács, where Hungary suffered a devastating defeat after an unstoppable attack by the Ottoman Empire.
Xploring Hungary: The Church of Ják
- 23 Aug 2024 7:43 AM
- getting around
The church of Ják is the monumental basilica of the long-ago Benedictine Abbey of Ják. It was built in the Roman style and is an essential part of the Hungarian architecture. It is the only undamaged survivor of the Hungarian ethnical monasteries of the Middle Ages.
Xploring Hungary: Sopron Region
- 23 Aug 2024 6:09 AM
- getting around
Whether you’re looking for a trip with plenty of cultural experiences or a pleasant, relaxing vacation, Sopron and its surroundings will certainly not disappoint you - as the video below shows.
Insider's Guide: Children's Railway in Budapest
- 23 Aug 2024 6:05 AM
- getting around
Of all the attractions Budapest has to offer, its palaces and galleries, its baths and its parks, there’s one gem that is charm personified: the Children’s Railway. Scenic and family-friendly, this retro wonder is both a great day trip and a journey back in time.
Insider’s Guide: Top 7 Taxi Firms in Budapest
- 22 Aug 2024 11:47 AM
- getting around
Key taxi firms in the Hungarian capital were recently tested across multiple criteria by the local ‘Conscious Consumers Association’. The one aim was to determine which of seven key companies tested is the best choice when you need a cab in Budapest.
Watch: Was Spending HUF 15 Billion on August 20 Fireworks 'Irresponsible’?
- 22 Aug 2024 9:55 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
The opposition Democratic Coalition (DK) has criticised the 15 billion forints (EUR 37.9m) earmarked by the government to be spent on the August 20 firework display - you can see a video of the fireworks display in Budapest below in this article.
Special Programmes to Mark 140th Anniversary of Keleti Railway Station in Budapest
- 14 Aug 2024 9:55 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- getting around
State-owned railway company MÁV is marking the 140th anniversary of the opening of Budapest’s Keleti station on Friday with a host of programmes that include film screenings and an exhibition.
Expat Takes Over as Boss of Hungarian Beer Giant Dreher Breweries
- 8 Aug 2024 7:50 AM
- https://bbj.hu/
- business
As of August, Dreher Breweries is led by a new managing director from the United Kingdom - a market with a rich history in beer. Mike James has been selected for this position from within the Asahi Europe & International organization, based on his previous successes and extensive career experience.