Special Hungary

Why do Hungarians wear ribbons in the national colours in mid-March? What is the most beloved spice in Hungarian cuisine? How do Easter traditions in Hungary differ from those elsewhere? You’ll find the answers to these and many other cultural curiosities in our Special Hungary section. Here, the Daily News Hungary editorial team shares engaging facts, customs, and stories that help you better understand the everyday life, heritage, and mindset of the Hungarian people. Whether you’re living here, visiting, or simply curious, these articles offer a deeper insight into what makes Hungary truly unique.
Omani Film Night Budapest

From the deserts to Budapest: Oman brings its cinematic magic to Budapest in spectacular film night

by Daily News Hungary
italy police milan sicily court

Two Hungarian tourists sexually assaulted after accepting lift in Sicily: verdict expected

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Rákosi bunker F4 object

Secret NASA bunker beneath Lake Balaton? Armed guards, luxury suites and the legend of a 65,000-person underground city

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
gale-force winds uproot trees

Gale-force winds uproot trees and disrupt trains in Hungary as cold front sweeps the country

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Arriving at Budapest Airport? Here’s what to know about taxis to downtown airport transfer

Airport transfer Budapest: Your complete 2026 guide

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Heroes’ Square Budapest: A must-see landmark celebrating Hungary’s past and present – a 2025 guide hungary news

Top Hungary news: PM Orbán’s assessment, Vietnamese murderer in Budapest, best spots during Valentine’s Day — 14 February, 2026

by Daily News Hungary
Budapest Airport delays liquid restrictions scanning technology flying Budapest International Airport

Budapest International Airport: Everything useful travellers need to know – a 2026 guide

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
strong wind storm-like wind sweeping through Hungary weather

Watch out: Storm-like winds sweeping through Hungary could reach 100km/h

by Csaba Finta
Hotel Clark Budapest

Inside Hotel Clark Budapest: Luxury, design and Danube views at the foot of the Chain Bridge

by Csaba Finta
Hungarian prime minister PM Viktor Orbán Miskolc rally

Here’s what PM Viktor Orbán said during his state-of-the-nation address

by Csaba Finta
cars motor vehicle tax hungary more expensive

Attention: motor vehicle tax to rise this year in Hungary

by Csaba Finta
Busojaras 2026 Mohacs festival Hungarian carnival

Busójárás 2026: Mohács’ winter carnival returns with masks and bonfires!

by Bálint Csontos
crime scene police budapest murder

Vietnamese man committed brutal murder in Budapest 30 years ago, now found on social media posing with guns

by Csaba Finta
András Kármán economic advisor of Tisza Party euro

Tisza Party’s economy expert shares when Hungary could adopt the euro

by Csaba Finta
Budapest’s MOL Bubi bike-sharing service continues through winter with discounted pilot pass!

Budapest’s public bike-sharing scheme extended: more time to test new citywide pick-up points!

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Winter Love Romantic Couple Budapest

Valentine’s Day: 5 must-visit romantic spots in Budapest!

by Janka Kenyeres
Erzsébet-kilató Elisabeth Lookout Budapest János Hill

Unexpected closure: Popular Budapest lookout tower shut – photos

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Budapest public transport transit night transportation midnight feedback hungary news

Top Hungary news: Fire at workers’ hostel, weekend tram chaos, Orbán documentary, spring, cash — 13 February, 2026

by Daily News Hungary
stabbing in hungary

Brother stabbed in village row: Court orders arrest after brutal family fight in Hungary

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
satu mare vandalism black paint hungarian signs

Black paint targets Hungarian signs in Satu Mare: vandals deface bilingual street names and church plaque

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
united states secretary of state foreign minister marco rubio

Armoured convoy and secret routes: Rubio heads to Budapest – replacing Russian gas could be on the table

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Gléda Vendéglő Budapest restaurant

Beyond the tourist trails: Discover Budapest’s cosy culinary gem, Gléda Vendéglő – video, photo gallery

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
spring in Budapest Hungary news weather

Spring warmth one day, snowfall the next: Hungary braces for a wild weather weekend!

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Revolut ATM bank account

Easy cash access for Hungarian users: Revolut and Wise raise free cash withdrawal limits!

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Orbán election hungary hungarian government

Hungary’s lost decade: New documentary shows how opportunities slipped away under Orbán

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Péter Magyar Viktor Orbán early elections fidesz government Tisza Party lead

Fidesz challenger Tisza Party maintains clear lead over ruling parties, undecided voters shrink in Hungary

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Orban EU Comission billion euro Hungary

Orbán calls repayment ‘absurd’ as EU court opinion questions EUR 10 billion paid to Hungary

by Bálint Csontos
budakeszi workers hostel fire

Fire at workers’ hostel near Budapest: bodies found in ruins after gas cylinder explosion – UPDATE: new victim

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Szeged alternative for Valentine's Day in Hungary

Valentine’s Day in Hungary: How Hungarians celebrate love on 14 February

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
caf new tram fleet budapest2 (1)

Weekend tram chaos in Budapest: Three major lines to run shorter routes, replacement buses coming

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
fortnite gaming computer igaming

The psychology of progress in World of Warcraft: why we keep returning to Azeroth

by Guest Author
morocco

Morocco declares disaster areas after extreme weather, launches €300m aid programme

by Guest Author
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