Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Ivan, John, fire and luck: The history and customs of Midsummer Night’s Eve (St. Ivan’s Night) There is something magical about the night from 23 to 24 June,so let the mood take you away!We have put together what you need to know about one of the holidays of the year regarded as the most pagan.
Helyszín címkék: Greater Budapest Culture Buddhist sights in Nógrád county: Treasures of the Far East at arm’s reach The treasures of the mystical and fascinating Far East are not as far away as you might think: Nógrád is full of Buddhist buildings, parks and sights.
Helyszín címkék: Sopron region Culture If you are curious about the everyday life of a bourgeois family from the 19th century, you are in the right place at Villa Lenck! If you are curious about the everyday life of a bourgeois family from the 19th century, you are in the right place at Villa Lenck!
Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture In the footsteps of an almond tree of Methuselahian age, or gastronomic trekking in the Transdanubian region Visit the Church of Our Lady of the Snows in Pécs, where the tree that inspired Janus Pannonius is located. Of course, if we are in Baranya, we should also try the local flavours!
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture From rabbits to Easter eggs: here is what you need to know about Easter traditions and customs Easter, like Carnival, is a moving holiday. It is considered the most important and largest celebration of Christianity, but in many ways, its traditions go beyond religion.
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture “Kapolcsing” in winter and summer in one of the most beautiful valleys of the Balaton Highlands Art, culture and nature are intertwined in Kapolcs, which is not only one of the most important all-round arts festivals in Hungary, but is worth a visit at any time of the year!
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture In pursuit of legends and treasures: the chronicles of the Thury Castle The must-see attraction of the region is the Thury Castle in the centre of Várpalota, where anyone, regardless of age or interest, can find their account!
Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture From folk art to the stars, from eosin to VR: this is the coolest “mini town in the country“ One of the jewels of Pécs, the quarter built on the site of the former Zsolnay Porcelain Manufactory, is an independent, cultural part of the city.
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Unbroken success – or the secrets of Hollóházi, Kalocsai and Zsolnay manufactories Kalocsa, Hollóháza, Zsolnay quarter... literally a fancy triumvirate! And what do they have in common? The handcrafted porcelain!
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Fabulous rural buildings that deserved the Europa Nostra Award The award for the protection of monuments is given to projects that safeguard Europe’s cultural heritage. Here are some of the fabulous rural buildings from Hungary that have earned the prestigious aw
Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture Explore the history of the Bauhäuslers in Pécs, in the cradle of style! In the case of the Bauhaus and Pécs, we can immerse ourselves in the world of early modern architecture and learn about the cultural history of the movement and the roots of the "Bauhäuslers".
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Our valuable heritage – Busójárás in Mohács and other winter farewells Ashes, feathers, pseudo-wedding procession – these are just a few of the tools our ancestors used to evoke spring for centuries, in the hope of abundant harvests and joyful renewal.
Helyszín címkék: Szeged region Culture Imre Makovecz’s architectural legacies: Hagymatikum and other wonderful buildings We owe the establishment of Hungarian organic architecture to Imre Makovecz, the prize-winning architect. Check out these three Makovecz-buildings; one of them is a gorgeous spa.
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Contemporary art tour in the countryside Thanks to the dynamic developments of recent years, more and more rural towns are appearing on the contemporary art map, with high-quality, exciting collections and exhibitions.
Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture Let your heart guide you – a spontaneous cultural wander in the Zsolnay Quarter The 5-hectare area does not run out of entertainment for culture lovers, as it is full of fun adventures, unique sights, interactive and family-friendly programmes.
Helyszín címkék: Greater Budapest Culture Royal chocolate hidden in a table and violet ice cream in Gödöllő The castle Grassalkovich was the venue for banquets, sports competitions and hunting, and still preserves relics of the royal family's unrestrained stay in Hungary.
Helyszín címkék: Greater Budapest Culture With a baby carrier at Sisi's, or head to the Grassalkovich Castle! In the Gödöllő Royal Castle, there are not only children's corners and playgrounds for the little ones, but also exhibitions, museum-pedagogy sessions and events to entertain the little ones.
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Fabulous places to bring the Christmas spirit! If you want to hunt for gifts, eat good food, take a look-see and relax, the following ideas and places will certainly bring Christmas to your hearts!
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Outstanding artists, unique collections: 5 memorial museums dedicated to famous Hungarian artists But how many of you know the lives of famous Hungarian artists, or the places where they found inspiration or created their works?
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Donut from here and beyond: frenetic carnivals and traditions Farsang (Carnival) Costumes and donuts. But a carnival is much more than that, here is what you need to know about it.
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Aristocratic candlestick and swineherd’s hat – 7 special themed rural museums How they lit, travelled and listened to music,what headgear they wore & what instruments they used to measure: you can find out all this thanks to a thematic museum exhibition of our home settlements!
Helyszín címkék: Győr and Pannonhalma Culture The meeting of culture and beer: Zirc Abbey Manufactory The centre of the Cistercian Order in Hungary is now not only a religious and cultural pilgrimage site, but also a popular destination for beer lovers. We visited the Manufactory of the Abbey of Zirc.
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture The Best Eastern European Festival, Valley of Arts, Announces First Names with Discounts and Gifts Returning for its 34th edition, the Valley of Arts will run for 10 days from July 18 to 27, 2025, bringing a mix of familiar faces and first-time icons.
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture Spa tourism and culture – Walking tours in Hévíz and Keszthely Swimming in the steaming thermal water among the open water lilies and ducks is the experience of a lifetime. This is what we can experience when we visit Hévíz.
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Follow the Hungarian guerrilla sculptor to the most beautiful cities of our country! The miniature bronze sculptures of Mihály Kolodko, one of the most beloved Ukrainian-Hungarian sculptors, can be found along pleasant walking trails.