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Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful.
The Guano Apes have postponed their Free The Monkey tour, which was originally scheduled to take place this November at Barba Negra. However, the new date for the Budapest concert has now been confirmed.
Local and central government officials inaugurated a 4-kilometre stretch of the M85 motorway, between the city of Sopron and the border with Austria.
As the holiday season approaches, Hungary transforms into a wonderland of gingerbread villages, where the enchanting aroma of honey and spices mingles with the festive glow of Christmas lights.
Fishermen have pledged to maintain last year’s fish prices, ensuring affordability during the festive season when demand peaks.
Mid-December brought unusually spring-like weather to Hungary, with highs of 8-13 degrees Celsius on Monday and 6-12 degrees on Tuesday (December 16 and 17). Night frosts have also stopped in most areas due to a westerly flow that is bringing warm ocean air from the Atlantic.
When enjoying a Hungarian Christmas, best not to miss bejgli, a beloved holiday treat that brings warmth to the heart of winter. This special pastry is usually filled with a poppy seed (mákos bejgli) or walnut (diós bejgli) paste, has been a centerpiece of Hungarian holiday tables for centuries.
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