28 result(s) for xpat explainer
Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names
- 12 Feb 2024 5:23 PM
- https://english.atlatszo.hu/
- getting around
A third of Budapest’s 8,598 streets and squares have been renamed at least once in their history. A third of those now bear the name of a real or fictitious person, the most popular being Attila József. A look at the reasons for renaming and the issues of political memory it spotlights.
Enjoy Szilveszter: Great Variety of New Year’s Eve Events in Hungary
- 21 Dec 2023 8:08 AM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- entertainment
First up, as you may know, NYE is referred to as Szilveszter in Hungary. From a New Year’s Eve spa to a special dinner, or even a retro New Year’s Eve, there will be plenty of ways to say goodbye to the Old Year here, reports Magyar Nemzet.
Wishing Xpats Wonderful Xmas* Holidays
- 21 Dec 2023 4:33 AM
- community & culture
All the team at XpatLoop wish you and yours very Happy Holidays! We hope you've enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year + we’re grateful to every reader and partner for our positive connection. Here's wishing you a Joyful + Prosperous New Year!
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 20 Dec 2023 2:06 PM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 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.
Xpat Explainer: The Story Of Hungarian Flag With A Hole
- 20 Oct 2023 2:19 PM
- current affairs
Well before October 23, the anniversary of the 1956 Revolution, the national flag with a hole in the middle has been displayed on buildings all over the city.
Expat Explainer: Why Do Hungarians Call Themselves Magyars?
- 23 May 2023 5:55 AM
- community & culture
In the center of the Carpathian Basin, there's a people whose language and culture is different to other nations. The Magyar. Where did they come from? Who are they exactly? The quick video below well covers those questions, but what about the term Magyars? Peterjon Cresswell digs into the topic to provide fascinating insights and several answers.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 9- 15 March
- 10 Mar 2023 6:35 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 14 - 20 April
- 14 Apr 2022 4:38 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names
- 12 Feb 2024 5:23 PM
- https://english.atlatszo.hu/
- getting around
A third of Budapest’s 8,598 streets and squares have been renamed at least once in their history. A third of those now bear the name of a real or fictitious person, the most popular being Attila József. A look at the reasons for renaming and the issues of political memory it spotlights.
Enjoy Szilveszter: Great Variety of New Year’s Eve Events in Hungary
- 21 Dec 2023 8:08 AM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- entertainment
First up, as you may know, NYE is referred to as Szilveszter in Hungary. From a New Year’s Eve spa to a special dinner, or even a retro New Year’s Eve, there will be plenty of ways to say goodbye to the Old Year here, reports Magyar Nemzet.
Wishing Xpats Wonderful Xmas* Holidays
- 21 Dec 2023 4:33 AM
- community & culture
All the team at XpatLoop wish you and yours very Happy Holidays! We hope you've enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year + we’re grateful to every reader and partner for our positive connection. Here's wishing you a Joyful + Prosperous New Year!
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 20 Dec 2023 2:06 PM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 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.
Xpat Explainer: The Story Of Hungarian Flag With A Hole
- 20 Oct 2023 2:19 PM
- current affairs
Well before October 23, the anniversary of the 1956 Revolution, the national flag with a hole in the middle has been displayed on buildings all over the city.
Expat Explainer: Why Do Hungarians Call Themselves Magyars?
- 23 May 2023 5:55 AM
- community & culture
In the center of the Carpathian Basin, there's a people whose language and culture is different to other nations. The Magyar. Where did they come from? Who are they exactly? The quick video below well covers those questions, but what about the term Magyars? Peterjon Cresswell digs into the topic to provide fascinating insights and several answers.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 9- 15 March
- 10 Mar 2023 6:35 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 14 - 20 April
- 14 Apr 2022 4:38 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.