Hungary News » Budapest News Hungary » Budapest » History: Why August 20 marks the birth of the Hungarian state
In this short history video, I explain why 20 August is such an important date for our region. I talk about the founding of the Hungarian state by King Stephen I, our western neighbor, and highlight ...
News Hungary » Budapest » History: What are Budapest, Hungary and the Danube River like? [1]
Twin cities back-to-back across the riverIt is a name formed by combining the two cities of "Buda" on the west side and "Pest" on the east side of the Danube River. In 1873, the three cities of Buda, ...
News Hungary » Budapest » History: Hungary’s Unfinished Revolution: From Soviet Tanks in 1956 to Moscow’s Influence in Modern Europe
Soviet uprising with European leaders joining commemorations in Budapest, in a markedly different political setting after the defeat of Viktor Orbán's government.
News Hungary » Budapest » History: This Day in History: October 23 Marks Hungarian Revolution and the First iPod
Explore October 23 history, from Hungary’s 1956 revolution and the Battle of El Alamein to Apple’s 2001 iPod launch and notable birthdays.
News Hungary » Budapest » History: Hungary, 70 years ago: the uprising – how Budapest rebelled against the USSR
On 23 October 1956, a peaceful demonstration by tens of thousands of students in the streets of the capital sparked the first major flare-up of the Cold War, ...
News Hungary » Budapest » History: Budapest: Where Hungary’s glorious past meets its imaginative future
Whether you're an enthusiast of timeless traditions or eager to stride through the country’s cosmopolitan streets, Hungary has something for everyone. Its varied flavors ensure it lives up to its name ...
News Hungary » Budapest » History: Budapest streetcars give riders a scenic view of the city’s history
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Budapest, Hungary's capital city, has a unique tram history. Not only does the city use five different kinds of streetcars, ...
News Hungary » Budapest » History: Don’t Miss Out on Budapest, One of Europe’s Most Charming Cities
Europe is a magical wonderland, filled with charming, historical cities waiting to be discovered. While most might add the bright lights of Paris, Rome, Berlin, Amsterdam or Barcelona to the itinerary ...