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Hungary

Hungary belongs to Europe. The capital city is Budapest.

CapitalBudapest
LanguageHungarian
CurrencyHungarian forint
Population9.5M

Key Facts

RegionCentral Europe
GovernmentParliamentary republic
Independence1000 AD
Area93,028 km2
Population density107/km2
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Calling code+36
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.851
Safety index
60.2
Internet access
90%
Life expectancy
76.7

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Kekes1,014 m
Matra massif1,000 m
Irott-ko882 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity58%
  • No religion36%
  • Other5%
  • Islam1%

Why Visit

Budapest Thermal BathsSzechenyi and Gellert baths in Neo-Baroque splendour, fed by natural hot springs.
Danube PanoramaParliament building reflected in the river is one of Europe's most iconic views.
Lake BalatonCentral Europe's largest lake, a summer resort for Hungarians and visitors alike.
Tokaj WineUNESCO-listed wine region producing the golden aszú wines since the 16th century.
Puszta PlainsFlat grasslands with Hungarian horsemanship, csarda inns and bird migration routes.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Budapest
1.8M
Debrecen
204k
Miskolc
148k

Climate Overview

-1CJan avg.
22CJul avg.
600 mmYearly rainfall
Humid continentalClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyHungarian forint
Official languageHungarian
National day20 August
Electricity230V, Type C/F