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Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2025 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
'Night of Museums' in Hungary to Feature 2,700 Programmes Nationwide
- 11 Jun 2025 8:40 AM
- community & culture
It’s the shortest night of summer, and on Saturday the whole country transforms into a cultural wonderland where museums, galleries, and other cultural institutions throw open their doors until dawn.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book Two, Chapter 7, Part 3
- 9 Jun 2025 3:17 PM
- 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.
Handy Local Vocab for Expats in Hungary – Part 1
- 9 Jun 2025 1:52 PM
- community & culture
Whether you've just arrived in Hungary or you've been here for years, navigating daily life is a lot smoother when you pick up some key local vocabulary.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book Two, Chapter 7, Part 2
- 21 May 2025 5:45 PM
- 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.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book Two, Chapter 7, Part 1
- 5 May 2025 6:23 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 10 Family-Friendly Easter Break Events in Budapest, 17–27 April
- 16 Apr 2025 4:38 PM
- community & culture
This year, Hungary's spring school break stretches over a generous 11 days – the perfect opportunity for families to spend quality time together exploring a range of exciting seasonal events.
Insider’s Guide: Top 10 Highlights at Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest
- 14 Apr 2025 6:00 AM
- community & culture
Living in Budapest offers countless cultural opportunities, one of the real crown jewels of the city’s art scene is the Szépművészeti Múzeum, located at the historic Heroes’ Square. With over 100,000 works ranging from classical antiquity to the 20th century, the Museum of Fine Arts provides a world-class experience in the heart of Hungary - as the video below shows.
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 10 Dec 2024 10:45 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2025 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
'Night of Museums' in Hungary to Feature 2,700 Programmes Nationwide
- 11 Jun 2025 8:40 AM
- community & culture
It’s the shortest night of summer, and on Saturday the whole country transforms into a cultural wonderland where museums, galleries, and other cultural institutions throw open their doors until dawn.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book Two, Chapter 7, Part 3
- 9 Jun 2025 3:17 PM
- 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.
Handy Local Vocab for Expats in Hungary – Part 1
- 9 Jun 2025 1:52 PM
- community & culture
Whether you've just arrived in Hungary or you've been here for years, navigating daily life is a lot smoother when you pick up some key local vocabulary.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book Two, Chapter 7, Part 2
- 21 May 2025 5:45 PM
- 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.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Book Two, Chapter 7, Part 1
- 5 May 2025 6:23 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 10 Family-Friendly Easter Break Events in Budapest, 17–27 April
- 16 Apr 2025 4:38 PM
- community & culture
This year, Hungary's spring school break stretches over a generous 11 days – the perfect opportunity for families to spend quality time together exploring a range of exciting seasonal events.
Insider’s Guide: Top 10 Highlights at Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest
- 14 Apr 2025 6:00 AM
- community & culture
Living in Budapest offers countless cultural opportunities, one of the real crown jewels of the city’s art scene is the Szépművészeti Múzeum, located at the historic Heroes’ Square. With over 100,000 works ranging from classical antiquity to the 20th century, the Museum of Fine Arts provides a world-class experience in the heart of Hungary - as the video below shows.
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 10 Dec 2024 10:45 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.