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According to localcollegeexplorer, Hungary is a landlocked nation located in Central Europe. The earliest known inhabitants of the region were the Celts, who arrived around the 5th century BCE. In the 9th century CE, the Magyar tribes migrated to the region and established what is now Hungary. In 1000 CE, Stephen I was crowned as Hungary’s first king and converted to Christianity, unifying the country under a single faith. During this time Hungary flourished as an agricultural and commercial power, trading with its neighbors. In 1526, Hungary was defeated in a war with the Ottoman Empire and came under Ottoman rule until 1699 when it regained its independence. However, this period of autonomy was short-lived as Austria annexed Hungary in 1867. For over four decades Austria-Hungary ruled over both countries until World War I when they declared independence from their former rulers. After a brief period of democracy in 1918-1919, Hungary was taken over by communist forces who were allied with Nazi Germany during World War II. After 1945, Soviet forces occupied Hungary until 1989 when free elections were held for the first time since 1945 which ushered in a period of democratic rule that has lasted until today. Since then, Hungary has seen steady economic growth due to its strong agricultural sector and manufacturing base as well as its increasing number of foreign investments from other European countries such as Germany and France. Today, Hungary is a member of both NATO and EU (European Union) and is an important regional player in Europe. In 2010, Hungary was a small Central European country with a population of around 10 million people. It borders seven other countries, including Austria and Slovakia. Budapest is the capital and largest city in Hungary. The official language is Hungarian and the currency is the Forint. The country has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons and experiences both hot summers and cold winters. In 2010, Hungary had a market economy with an emphasis on exports, mainly agricultural products such as wheat, corn, potatoes, sunflowers, fruits, vegetables and livestock. The automotive industry was also significant for the country’s economy; it was the largest employer in 2010. Hungary had established itself as one of Europe’s leading industrial countries by this time as well. Tourism was also an important sector for the Hungarian economy in 2010; Budapest was one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe due to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful architecture. Additionally, many people visited Hungary to experience its thermal baths which are renowned for their healing properties. The government of Hungary in 2010 was a parliamentary republic led by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán who served from 1998-2002 and again from 2010-present day. During this period of time there were several economic reforms implemented to improve the country’s financial situation including reducing public debt and encouraging foreign investment into key industries such as IT, renewable energy sources and biotechnology research & development. Despite these efforts however, economic growth remained slow due to global economic downturns during this period of time which made it difficult for Hungary to make significant progress towards achieving its economic goals.
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Hungary Climate
Hungary Climate

Hungary Climate

Climate. – Given its position in a large plain surrounded by mountain ranges and far from the sea, on the border between Central and Eastern Europe, where the struggles between oceanic (Atlantic) and continental influences are still felt, albeit attenuated, a climate characterized by considerable differences in temperature between summer and winter, low rainfall, alternating contrast of the E. and W. winds that regulate the alternation of high and low pressures, but above all a great variability, which decreases by…

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Hungary 2000
Hungary Demographics 1998

Hungary Demographics 1998

Population The demographic dynamics of the country are characterized by a decrease in population, due to a rather low birth rate (10, 4 ‰ in 1996) against a death rate of 14, 1 ‰. At a 1998 estimate, the population was 10. 116. 000 residents (they were 10. 374. 823 to the census in 1990). It is mostly made up of Magyars, with small German and Slovak minorities; existing Hungarian minorities in Romania (about 1. 700.000, mainly resident in Transylvania)…

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Hungary Brief History
Hungary Brief History

Hungary Brief History

According to Cheeroutdoor, Hungary is a small and flat country that offers its visitors several beautiful and interesting sights, I could see after my 1,534 kilometer long round trip by car. It is not the nature experiences that remain in the memory of the Hungarian nature is not particularly fascinating, with a few exceptions. It is the fantastic architecture of the towns and villages, and the visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, that I will remember! Many years ago…

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Hungary History between 1699-1918
Hungary History between 1699-1918

Hungary History between 1699-1918

Under Habsburg absolutism (1699-1848) After the Tokaj Kuruc uprising in 1697 and the struggle for freedom (1703–11) under Franz II. Rákóczi, who declared the House of Habsburg deposed in 1707, Emperor Charles VI secured . (1711–40 as Hungarian King Charles III.) In the Peace of Sathmar in 1711 the estates constitution and freedom of religion; In the years that followed, the estates repeatedly asserted their special rights (tax exemption for the nobility, serfdom system). The Peace of Belgrade (1739) established…

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Hungary
Hungary Guide

Hungary Guide

Hungary – country information Country name Hungary Official name Republic of Hungary Capital Budapest Continent Europe Area 93,032 km2 Population 9,906,000 (2013) Foundation of a state 1. 1. 1001 The highest mountains Kékes 1,015 m Longest rivers Duna 2850 km (429 km in the country), Tisza 967 km (577 km in the country) The largest lakes Lake Balaton 590 km2 State system a pluralist republic with a unicameral parliament The biggest cities Budapest (capital) 1,975,000, Debrecen 205,000, Miskolc 180,000 Official…

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