ABOUT HUNGARY
Hungary is a strategically located country in the heart of Central Europe. With its attractive natural scenery, long-standing and diverse culture, Hungary consistently ranks among the top 30 most attractive tourist destinations in Europe.
Hungary is one of the most developed countries in Eastern Europe, with strengths in the automotive manufacturing, electronics, and pharmaceutical industries. Hungary has been a member of the European Union since 2004 and joined the Schengen area in 2007. Becoming a Hungarian citizen means becoming a citizen of Europe, enjoying the rights of European citizens.
Hungary has four distinct seasons in a year. Spring is from April to May, with temperatures of 19 – 22°C, summer is from June to August, with temperatures of 28 – 30°C, autumn stands out with the yellow color of the late autumn leaves from September to October, with temperatures of 14 – 27°C, winter in Hungary usually has rain in November and February, with average temperatures of 3 – 12°C.
Capital
Budapest
Largest city
Budapest
Acreage
93,030 km2
Population (2021)
9.730.000
Currency
Forint (HUF)
Official language
Hungarian