 Hungary — (hung´gə rē) |
About The People
Did You Know... Hungary had the world's worst inflation rate set in June 1946. »» More
Eating & Recipes... Breakfast may be a light meal, with only rolls and a drink, or may be heart »» More
In Their Language... Adults commonly greet each other with a firm handshake. A man usually »» More
Fashion... Clothing styles in urban areas generally follow those in Western Europe. Co »» More
Socializing... During the Communist era, Hungary was considered one of the most prosperous »» More
Family... The average Hungarian family has three people (father, mother and a child). »» More
Sports & Recreation... Soccer is the most popular sport, water polo is also popular. Many cit »» More
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Hungary History
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Refugee writing a letter, Esztergom, 1916
THE HUNGARIAN PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC emerged in 1949 after the
Hungarian Workers’ Party eliminated its rivals and assumed
control of the state. Soviet control of Eastern Europe
after
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Capital Cities... Budapest »» History of Budapest
Population: 9,880,059
GDP: $184,900,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 93,030 (sq km) 35,919 (sq mi)
Currency: forint
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