1,261 result(s) for hungary holiday
1956 Remembered: Hungarian is the Language of Freedom, Says President Novák
- 24 Oct 2023 12:10 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
“Hungarian is the language of freedom,” President Katalin Novák told a commemoration of Hungary’s 1956 anti-Soviet revolt organised by the Hungarian community of Melbourne. Marking the anniversary of the failed revolution on its eve, the president said “October 23 is the greatest holiday of the [Hungarian] diaspora, a day to celebrate and also to mourn.”
Is Budapest’s Parliament Building the World’s Best Tourist Attraction?
- 20 Oct 2023 5:43 PM
- property
It may be beautiful, it may be historic, it may be the seat of the Hungarian National Assembly – but is the Parliament building in Budapest the world’s best tourist attraction? Experts at one travel site certainly think so!
Ragnar Almqvist Irish Ambassador to Hungary
- 16 Oct 2023 6:40 PM
The son of a Swedish folklorist and Irish writer, Ragnar Almqvist was born and raised in Dublin. Educated through the Irish language, he took degrees in English literature, German and Economics, joining Ireland’s diplomatic service in 2008. He is joined in Budapest by his wife, Ailbhe Keating, and daughters, Freja and Sadhbh.
Special Service Held at Budapest Synagogue to Show Solidarity With Israel
- 13 Oct 2023 8:32 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
A service of solidarity was held at Budapest’s Dohány Street Synagogue to express support for Israel recently attacked by the Hamas terrorist organisation, on Wednesday evening.
Top 7 Viewpoints in Budapest
- 10 Oct 2023 5:46 AM
- getting around
Budapest’s legendary beauty is best admired from above. The city also offers a variety of vantage points, from the dome of the Basilica to the hilltop take-off point for the local paragliding fraternity.
Susan Kleebank, Ambassador of Brazil to Hungary
- 4 Oct 2023 1:38 PM
Susan Kleebank, Brazilian ambassador to Budapest, arrived from Geneva, married, mother of one, regular swimmer and Tokaj lover.
International Stars Returning to Müpa Budapest
- 2 Oct 2023 6:40 AM
- entertainment
In the autumn and winter months of the 2023/24 season, the audience will get the chance to welcome many international stars back to Müpa Budapest, with tickets for the new season’s productions available under a more flexible system replacing the familiar season tickets.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book 2, Chapter 2
- 26 Sep 2023 7:03 AM
- community & culture
Marion Merrick’s books are the only first-hand account written by a westerner of what it was like to live and work in communist Hungary, and then in the aftermath of the 1989 change of regime.
Top 7 Free Attractions in Budapest
- 22 Sep 2023 9:02 AM
- getting around
As the song says, the best things in life are free. And this is just as true in Budapest, where there are plenty of free options for folks on a budget. Many museums, parks, and landmarks can be enjoyed without spending a single forint, here’s a look at seven choices around this beautiful city – while most of these are free things to do in Budapest, a very affordable option is also included.
1956 Remembered: Hungarian is the Language of Freedom, Says President Novák
- 24 Oct 2023 12:10 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
“Hungarian is the language of freedom,” President Katalin Novák told a commemoration of Hungary’s 1956 anti-Soviet revolt organised by the Hungarian community of Melbourne. Marking the anniversary of the failed revolution on its eve, the president said “October 23 is the greatest holiday of the [Hungarian] diaspora, a day to celebrate and also to mourn.”
Is Budapest’s Parliament Building the World’s Best Tourist Attraction?
- 20 Oct 2023 5:43 PM
- property
It may be beautiful, it may be historic, it may be the seat of the Hungarian National Assembly – but is the Parliament building in Budapest the world’s best tourist attraction? Experts at one travel site certainly think so!
Ragnar Almqvist Irish Ambassador to Hungary
- 16 Oct 2023 6:40 PM
The son of a Swedish folklorist and Irish writer, Ragnar Almqvist was born and raised in Dublin. Educated through the Irish language, he took degrees in English literature, German and Economics, joining Ireland’s diplomatic service in 2008. He is joined in Budapest by his wife, Ailbhe Keating, and daughters, Freja and Sadhbh.
Special Service Held at Budapest Synagogue to Show Solidarity With Israel
- 13 Oct 2023 8:32 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
A service of solidarity was held at Budapest’s Dohány Street Synagogue to express support for Israel recently attacked by the Hamas terrorist organisation, on Wednesday evening.
Top 7 Viewpoints in Budapest
- 10 Oct 2023 5:46 AM
- getting around
Budapest’s legendary beauty is best admired from above. The city also offers a variety of vantage points, from the dome of the Basilica to the hilltop take-off point for the local paragliding fraternity.
Susan Kleebank, Ambassador of Brazil to Hungary
- 4 Oct 2023 1:38 PM
Susan Kleebank, Brazilian ambassador to Budapest, arrived from Geneva, married, mother of one, regular swimmer and Tokaj lover.
International Stars Returning to Müpa Budapest
- 2 Oct 2023 6:40 AM
- entertainment
In the autumn and winter months of the 2023/24 season, the audience will get the chance to welcome many international stars back to Müpa Budapest, with tickets for the new season’s productions available under a more flexible system replacing the familiar season tickets.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book 2, Chapter 2
- 26 Sep 2023 7:03 AM
- community & culture
Marion Merrick’s books are the only first-hand account written by a westerner of what it was like to live and work in communist Hungary, and then in the aftermath of the 1989 change of regime.
Top 7 Free Attractions in Budapest
- 22 Sep 2023 9:02 AM
- getting around
As the song says, the best things in life are free. And this is just as true in Budapest, where there are plenty of free options for folks on a budget. Many museums, parks, and landmarks can be enjoyed without spending a single forint, here’s a look at seven choices around this beautiful city – while most of these are free things to do in Budapest, a very affordable option is also included.