Christmas

22/12/2015

Catholic leader, ex-president’s wife hand over Xmas presents

Budapest, December 22 (MTI) – Hungary’s Catholic leader Cardinal Erdo and Dalma Madl, the widow of former president Ferenc Madl and goodwill envoy, handed over Christmas […]
22/12/2015

It seems we will not have a white Christmas this year

According to 19.kerulet.ittlakunk.hu, the holidays come with mild weather on December 24, so white Christmas is not expected this year, either. According to current forecasts daytime […]
22/12/2015

Public transport services during the holidays, at the end of 2015 and in the first days of 2016

As in previous years, BKK Centre for Budapest Transport provides continuous public transport services during the holidays. On 24 December, on the day of Christmas Eve, […]
21/12/2015

Many shops to close for 4 days over Christmas

Budapest, December 21 (MTI) – New rules concerning the opening hours of retail outlets during the Christmas holidays will result in stores closing longer this year, […]
11/12/2015

The world-famous Donation Tree of Budapest is built in this year, too

Budapest Local Government, along with BVA Budapest City Image Nonprofit Ltd., Design Terminal, Vodafone Hungary and Hello World set up a huge Christmas tree at the […]
10/12/2015

The biggest pine-tree plantation in Hungary is ready for Christmas

The pine-trees are already being sold around the country; the cheapest ones cost around 2500 HUF, but the prices can easily rise if someone asks for a […]
06/12/2015

The day of Saint Nicholas in Hungary

The figure of the man giving presents in a red cloak, mitre with a crook originates from Catholic regions. He is Saint Nicholas, the folkish figure […]
03/12/2015

Most anticipated tram starts on December 4 in Budapest

According to szeretlekmagyarorszag.hu, the advent light tram starts again in December 2015. It is enough to buy a normal ticket or pass for the tram, a […]
26/11/2015

Budapest Airport expects at least 233,000 passengers for holiday season

Budapest, November 26 (MTI) – Budapest Airport expects to have at least 233,000 passengers between December 20 and January 1, around 11 percent more than in […]
22/11/2015

The ten best Christmas fairs in Hungary

The travelo.hu collected the ten best Christmas fairs in Hungary: Budapest – On Vörösmarty Square: the Christmas fair on Vörösmarty Square is already open, up until 6 January […]
12/11/2015

Advent fair of the Basilica – don’t miss it

According to travelo.hu, the Advent fair at the St Istvan Square is will be waiting the visitors with street food vendors, common gingerbread baking, a huge […]
27/10/2015

Authorities find insects, mouse at Xmas candy maker near Budapest

Budapest, October 27 (MTI) – Expired components or products with an unmarked origin were discovered by authorities at a plant producing Christmas candy near Budapest, the […]
11/01/2015

The design Christmas Tree becomes firewood, helps families in need

The world-famous wooden Christmas tree designed and carried out by Hello Wood project had been pull down recently, says szeretlekmagyarorszag.hu.  Related article:  The design Christmas Tree […]
28/12/2014

Where do Christmas trees come from?

Christmas trees are essential in creating the spirit of the holiday, but have you ever wondered where do they come from? Travelo.hu traced the home of the […]
28/12/2014

Traditional Hungarian holiday feasts and customs from Advent to Epiphany

Religious holidays have a special ambiance, the traditions, the meals and the menu of each celebration is different. The rich and delicious dishes served on the […]
26/12/2014

Hungarian church leaders celebrate Christmas

Budapest (MTI) – Hungarian church leaders celebrated the first day of Christmas on Thursday. Reformed Church Bishop Gusztav Bolcskei stressed the importance of order in a […]
26/12/2014

Hungarian Christmas Gingerbread Recipe

Ingredients: 1 kg flour 4 dl powdered sugar 2 tsp. baking soda pinch of salt 20 dkg butter 3 whole eggs 3 dl honey 2 tbsp. […]
24/12/2014

Sales Are Rising

According to Divány.hu, the author saw huge sales in Mammut Plaza. When she entered to Mango, some clothes were 50% cheaper than before, boots were HUF […]
24/12/2014

Hungarian Christmas Traditions

Long ago, Christmas would have been unimaginable without traditions. Nowadays, these are only sweet memories. However, Christmas is still the most intimate and sacred holiday, which […]
18/12/2014

8 things you should remember when buying Christmas presents

8 factors you should consider while buying presents, Christmas decorations, or any other product that will help you in making your holidays unforgettable.