Christmas

28/12/2016

Katinka Hosszú’s Christmas tree takes all

Katinka Hosszú’s work ethics could be exemplary for everyone. She collected so many medals this year that they only fitted on two tables. Furthermore, the Iron Lady […]
27/12/2016

These are the most popular products during the Christmas period

It is not a surprise that the merchants feel like in heaven in December, as we bought a large amount of stuff as a result of […]
26/12/2016

Hello Wood’s Charity Tree on BBC’s remarkable Christmas trees list

“Do you wish your Christmas tree had just a little more artistic credibility?” asks BBC, who put together a list of unique, oustanding Christmas trees, which […]
25/12/2016

Budapest’s public transport services during the holidays, at the end of 2016 and in the first days of 2017

As in previous years, BKK Centre for Budapest Transport provides continuous public transport services during the holidays. BKK asks you to plan your journey before using […]
24/12/2016

Best photo gallery of Christmas in Hungary

These stunning pictures of Christmas in Hungary will put a grin on your face merry, and we are sure you will enjoy this photo gallery: Photo: […]
24/12/2016

Szaloncukor, the Christmastime Hungaricum

There is a special Christmas-bonbon which can’t be missing from the Hungarian Christmas trees. We call it “szaloncukor”, and like to think of it as a Hungaricum, […]
24/12/2016

Hungarian Baptist Charity collects 41,000 ‘shoeboxes’ of gifts for poor children

Budapest (MTI) – Hungary’s Baptist Charity has collected 41,000 donations in its Shoebox Action aimed at ensuring that needy children receive a Christmas present. The gifts, […]
20/12/2016

Police step up protection for German, Russian embassies and Christmas fairs in Budapest – PHOTOS

Budapest, December 20 (MTI) – National police (ORFK) chief Károly Papp has ordered increased protection for the embassies of Germany and Russia in Budapest. Senior ORFK […]
20/12/2016

Try the special mobile sauna in 2017

Szeretlekmagyarorszag.hu writes that the Valyo Mobile Sauna starts for the third time in 2017, which means that anybody can take part in the extraordinary experience of […]
20/12/2016

Chocolate on the peak – Hungarian artisan products for the holidays

Miraculous hind-selection, pálinka-caviar, beer-jelly with pepper or popping candy – would you think that these are premium desserts? Let’s celebrate with special sweets through the selection […]
20/12/2016

No intelligence suggesting imminent attack on Hungary

Budapest, December 20 (MTI) – The authorities have no intelligence that would suggest a terrorist attack on Hungary in the making, the prime minister’s chief security […]
18/12/2016

QUIZ – Traditional Hungarian Christmas dishes

Christmas is right around the corner so most people have probably started thinking about what to cook and bake for the holidays, because traditional Hungarian dishes […]
16/12/2016

Average Hungarian spends 127 euros at Christmas

Hungarians on average will spend 40,000 forints (127 euros) on Christmas this year, a survey by NRC market research shows. The survey, conducted for CIB Bank, […]
15/12/2016

Moving surprise-performance on a Budapest tram viewed by millions – VIDEO

A few days ago, a gospel choir surprised the passengers of the beautifully illuminated tram 47 with a moving song. The video of the performance has […]
13/12/2016

Fairy-tale town made of gingerbread in Debrecen

As travelo.hu reports there is a small town made of gingerbread in Aquaticum Termál & Wellness Hotel in Debrecen, which was made by József Mile, world champion […]
13/12/2016

The spectacular 10th Santa Claus Cup – VIDEOS

The 10th Santa Claus Cup International Competition of Figure Skating and Ice Dance brought many magnificent moments during its 6-day-long programme. The event, held in Budapest, […]
12/12/2016

Budapest bucket list – Best things to do in winter

We were happy to see that our readers liked the article about the autumn bucket list, so we thought we should repeat it and bring you […]
12/12/2016

The African-Hungarian Union donated in Santa’s Factory

Globoport.hu writes that the 10-years-old African-Hungarian Union’s (AHU) donations were delivered to Santa’s Factory by the directors and colleagues of the organisation. Sándor Balogh, the president […]
10/12/2016

Astonishing Christmas records

Several records can be connected to the holiday of Christmas and origo.hu decided to highlight some of the most interesting ones. Do you know when the […]
09/12/2016

Catch Santa’s trolleybus during the advent season in Budapest

Bkk.hu writes that Santa’s trolleybus will be circulating before Christmas, just like last year. Kids can travel together with Santa Claus on the decorated, environmentally friendly […]