This is how hard Hungarians work compared to other EU countries
A recently published Eurostat survey reveals the number of average weekly working hours in EU countries. Based on this, we can get an idea of how hard we work in Hungary compared to other countries in the European Union.
An average European works 37 hours a week. However, the number of weekly working hours varies from country to country in the European Union. This is also reflected in a recently published Eurostat survey that shows how many hours we worked in previous years.
The ranking of working hours in EU countries is based on the answers of participants aged between 15-70 years. Accordingly, the Dutch work the least in the EU, with only 30 hours a week. In addition to the Netherlands, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Germany, and some regions in Italy also have short working weeks of 33-35 hours.
In the range of 35-39 weekly working hours, we can find Austria, Sweden, Ireland, Finland, Belgium, France, Spain, Luxembourg, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Iceland.
Compared to the European average of 37 hours,
Hungary is listed in the middle rank with 39.5 working hours in 2019 and 39.3 weekly working hours in 2020.
Based on the fact that wages in Western Europe are much higher than in Hungary, we have reason to be envious, reported Hungarian news portal Pénzcentrum.
Besides Hungarians, residents in the neighbouring countries also work hard. The number of weekly working hours is above 39 in Slovenia, Croatia, Romania, even exceeding 40 hours in Slovakia. The situation is the worst in Serbia, Greece, Montenegro, and Turkey, where people work up to 42 hours in an average working week.
Regional breakdown
In addition to the national comparison, we can also observe differences between regions within a country. Based on this,
Pest county has the highest number of working hours: 40 hours per week.
By 2020, this fell slightly to 39.7 but still kept the nationwide record. Hungarians also work a lot in the Central Transdanubian region where they worked 39.8 hours in 2019 and 39.5 hours in 2020. The number of working hours exceeds 39 hours in all regions of Hungary. People in South Transdanubia worked the least but still more than the EU average, with 39.1 hours in 2019 and 39.3 hours in 2020.
Gender differences are also reflected in the data. Accordingly, Hungarian men work slightly more than women. While the average number of weekly working hours in their case is 40-41 hours, Hungarian women worked an average of 38-39 hours in recent years. This is still well above the European average.
This might be due to the low employment rate of women with children that is generally low in all EU Member States, but statistically, it is the lowest in Hungary. Approximately one-fifth of Hungarian mothers with children under 2 are active in the labour market.
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These are the 30 best student cities in the world for 2022, including Budapest
The Campus Advisor announced the 30 best student cities in the world for 2022 based on ratings and reviews collected on thecampusadvisor.com!
Considering a range of factors including student friendliness, cost of living, nightlife, public transport, amenities, diversity, and the opinions of current students, The Campus Advisor has complied a list of the best cities to live and study in from around the world.
These are the 30 best student cities in the world for 2022 as decided by students:
1. Melbourne, Australia
Overall score: 4.69 out of 5
Why these reviewers think Melbourne is great:
“I lived in Melbourne my whole life, it is a great city. There are plenty of things to do whatever your hobbies are. Also if you want more “outdoor” activities the regional areas surrounding Melbourne also provide some excellent adventurous opportunities. The only downside is Melbourne is an expensive place to live. Renting is not cheap. But it has great opportunities to find work and support while studying”
“Melbourne is well-known for its numerous cafes, where people can meet and converse while sipping excellent coffee. Rooftop cafes are very popular in the city, so give one a try and you might end up being a regular while studying. If you’re a student in Melbourne, you should look for student discounts on things like transportation and books. Trams, trains, buses, and bicycles are available for students to utilise to get around.”
2. Newcastle, United Kingdom
Overall score: 4.53 out of 5
Why these reviewers think Newcastle is great:
“Newcastle is a fantastic, culturally rich city with lots to do and lots to explore. It is ideal for students. There is plenty of public transport that make it easy to navigate the city, and there is plenty of shopping and eating out that can be done within the city. Newcastle also offers some great outdoor areas, such as Jesmond Dene and other parks.”
“Newcastle as a city is extremely student-friendly. I think the most important aspect for myself, has always been safety and not once over the course of my 4 years here have I felt unsafe. Eating out and night-life is also fantastic in Newcastle, and does not cost you an arm and a leg. New restaurant/bars are consistently opening up, so there is a wide variety of cuisines and tastes available to try”
3. Seoul, South Korea
Overall score: 4.52 out of 5
Why these reviewers think Seoul is great:
“Seoul is a very safe, lively, and fun city. Transportation facilities are very good, and there are many things to do around Hongdae even at night, so many students enjoy life. It is also a good city for International students to live in because a lot of people speak English.”
“I attended Konkuk University and that area of Seoul has many activities for student such bars, restaurants, game centers, karaoke rooms, clubs etc. Because Seoul has many Universities, you can find similar students around your living radius.The only expensive part is lodging.”
4. Vienna, Austria
Overall score: 4.46 out of 5
Why these reviewers think Vienna is great:
“No question, Vienna is the best city I’ve ever lived in. Comparably cheap, good international exposure and very vibrant and distinctive culture. It has a small but amazingly active nightlife with great music coming from the city. There’s a good reason why it has ranked the world’s most liveable city multiple times.”
“Vienna is a beautiful city and it is very student friendly. Almost everywhere you get a student discount, people are very open to new friendships and architecture is beautiful. Especially in summer when you can sit at the danube you really enjoy your time.”
5. Montreal, Canada
Overall score: 4.44 out of 5
Why these reviewers think Montreal is great:
“Montreal is a huge student town. We have like 5-6 major quebec/canadian universities on the island. We have one of the largest proportion of students to population in North America. There are a lot of food options and I would say public transport is way better than other North American cities (a low bar ik but still important).”
“Montreal is a great city for both locals and internationals alike. There are tons of great restaurants, bars, concerts and events to suit everyone. The French component introduces an interesting cultural experience close the the US but is not overwhelming and very accommodating for English speakers.”
6. Berlin, Germany
7. Prague, Czech Republic
8. Chicago, United States
9. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
10. London, United Kingdom
11. Munich, Germany
12. Lisbon, Portugal
13. Ann Arbor, United States
14. Budapest, Hungary
Overall score: 4.31 out of 5
Why these reviewers think Budapest is great:
“Budapest is the perfect city for students. It has an amazing nightlife (pre COVID), relatively cheap, compared to other big cities, it is safe compared to other capital cities. It is good to make a few Hungarian friends at the beginning of your studies, so they can help you out with administrative stuff, but besides that, it is great for an international student, very friendly and lively city.”
“Budapest is a fantastic city, I love living here. Especially for students it is a paradise of opportunities, both for work and leisure time. Public transportation is available everywhere, making all places easily accessible, you can find a bar or a street food restaurant everywhere, even in the most remote places.”
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15. Singapore, Singapore
16. Edinburgh, United Kingdom
17. Lund, Sweden
18. Utrecht, Netherlands
19. Gainesville, United States
20. Austin, United States
21. Groningen, Netherlands
22. Cork, Ireland
23. Boston, United States
24. Galway, Ireland
25. Toronto, Canada
26. Nottingham, United Kingdom
27. Sydney, Australia
28. Amsterdam, Netherlands
29. San Diego, United States
30. Madrid, Spain
Budapest among the TOP 10 most expensive cities in Eastern Europe
According to a recently published ranking, the Hungarian capital has the 7th highest cost of living index in the Eastern European region, ahead of Moscow, Bratislava, and Prague in terms of expensiveness.
The world’s largest database of cost of living, Numbeo, has recently published the ranking of the Eastern European capitals in terms of expensiveness. The global database takes into consideration the daily cost of living in cities, including the prices of food and drinks, restaurants, travelling, shopping, etc.
Based on these, the most expensive capital in Eastern Europe is Prague.
The Czech capital is followed by Bratislava (Slovakia) in second and by Brno (Czech Republic) in third place.
The latest ranking is dominated by Czech and Slovak cities in the Top 10, many of them preceding
Budapest, which ranked as the seventh most expensive city in the region.
The Hungarian capital is followed by Warsaw and Gdynia (Poland), while the Bulgarian capital (Sofia) is in tenth place.
Interestingly, Moscow, which has long been among the most expensive cities in the world, is eleventh on this list due to the improving Russian economy, reported Hungarian news portal Azonnali.
In addition to Budapest, other Hungarian cities are also ranked among the 49 countries included in the list. Accordingly, Pécs has the 15th highest cost of living index in the region, while Szeged and Debrecen are ranked as the 20th and 21st most expensive cities in Eastern Europe respectively. Besides them, several Bulgarian, Polish, and Romanian cities are listed in the mid-range of the ranking.
The lowest cost of living indices in the region are registered by less touristically important Ukrainian and Russian cities, along with the Moldovan capital, Chisinau.
It is important to mention that the benchmark of the ranking carried out by Numbeo is New York, representing 100%. Accordingly, the listed cities are measured and benchmarked relative to NYC in the case of all the examined indices.
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Considering other indices, Budapest’s purchasing power index is only 52.75%. So, people in the Hungarian capital can buy roughly half of what a New Yorker can pay for with the average salary there. As far as apartment rentals are concerned, Budapest roughly makes up 16% of New York’s rent index. This is far behind the remarkably more expensive Prague (26%) and Moscow (28%).
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These are the cheapest supermarkets in Hungary! – Fresh ranking
A freshly published survey revealed which supermarkets have the lowest prices, according to Hungarian customers. Let’s see which chains offer the best savings on shopping in Hungary.
Food prices in Hungary have risen significantly in recent years. With the food price cap that came into force on 1st February, fierce price competition between supermarket chains is about to begin in the upcoming months. Thus, Pulzus Research has conducted a recent survey asking Hungarian shoppers to find out which chains are currently offering the best prices in Hungary. Within the framework of the research, 1,000 people were asked, and the responses are representative of the Hungarian adult population.
According to Hungarian customers , the most wallet-friendly chains are Lidl, Penny and Aldi.
The top-ranked Lidl was an absolute winner, with 32% of respondents saying it is the chain offering the best prices in Hungary. Penny came in second with 20%. The third discount chain, Aldi, lagged behind, but still made it onto the podium with 11%.
Based on the ranking, the Top3 is followed by Auchan, Tesco and Spar chains with 5-5-5%. While the majority of Hungarian chains are the least cheap according to shoppers, only 1% of the respondents voted for CBA, Coop and Reál. 17% of respondents marked the category “I don’t know”.
The latest survey shows that both men and women think Lidl has the lowest prices in Hungary.
Lidl’s dominance was most visible among those living in the county’s capital, while Penny’s was just behind in rural towns – reported by the Hungarian news portal Napi.hu.
The age distribution shows that Penny achieved a high score of 25% among 40-59-year-olds, which is still far behind Lidl’s 33%. Besides Lidl and Penny, respondents aged 18-39 years chose Auchan as the third cheapest chain in Hungary, followed by Aldi in the fourth place.
It is also important to mention that Lidl Hungary has introduced a quantitative restriction on food products subject to the price cap from 1st February. According to the supermarket chain, maximising the amount of products that can be bought at one time is in the company’s interest to ensure a continuous supply of products, avoiding the possibility of other retailers buying them. The maximum quantity that can be purchased is 10-10 kilograms for granulated sugar and wheat flour, 12 litres for milk with 2.8% fat content and 10 litres for sunflower oil.
Besides Lidl, Spar Hungary and Auchan also introduced a quantity restriction from 1st February. Companies belonging to the CBA network can decide for themselves whether or not to introduce a quantitative restriction on products with official prices. Tesco limits the normal household quantity to 5-12 items, depending on the product. Aldi Hungary said that it is currently examining the possibility of introducing a quantitative restriction for products – reported by Pénzcentrum.
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Budapest Zoo ranked among Europe’s best! – Programme Guide
Budapest Zoo has been ranked 15th on the Sheridan list of top zoos in Europe and occupies the top spot in Hungary.
The unofficial Sheridan list ranks zoos based on visitor experience, the parks’ level of services, and the professional work carried out in the zoos.
Budapest Zoo scored 207 points, putting it in 15th place on the list of Europe’s top 126 zoos.
As such, it beat the zoos in Copenhagen, Berlin, Amsterdam’s Artis Zoo, and several other major European menageries.
The ranking is compiled by British zoo expert Anthony Sheridan, who turned to reviewing Europe’s top zoos in 2007, after a successful business career in the electronics industry.
The Budapest Zoo ranked 17th out of 110 zoos on the last Sheridan list released in 2018. The institution has improved its ranking by two places in recent years, while the total number of zoos included in the evaluation has also increased.
Budapest Zoo
Budapest Zoo enables visitors to discover the wildlife of seven continents in the Hungarian capital. The wide range of animal curiosities – more than 8,000 unique animals – live in the fascinating historic zoo on a territory of 11 hectares.
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Among others, you can get an insight into the Australian or Madagascar wildlife, discover the America Tropicana and the Savannah Zone or get immersed in the World of Waters. The bravest ones should not miss the house of giant reptiles or the bat tent either, after which they can finish their tour in the relaxing atmosphere of the Butterfly and Botanical Gardens of Budapest Zoo.
Photo: facebook.com/allatkert
In the wintertime, the zoo is open from Monday to Sunday from 6 am to 4 pm. Tickets – adult tickets cost HUF 3,300 (€ 10), children’s tickets cost HUF 2,200 (€ 6) – can be bought online or on site.
Programme guide
This weekend, Budapest Zoo awaits its visitors with a special bear carnival.
At the event, you can see brown bears and polar bears being fed, as well as sea lions being trained. Find more details about the programme HERE.
The entrance for children under 14 years of age in a costume or with a teddy bear is HUF 200 per person. Tickets can be purchased from 29th January at the ticket offices or online.
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Budapest ranked as the world leader in tram transport
Based on the latest data of the International Union of Public Transport (UITP), the Hungarian capital has the highest number of tram passengers in the world. As a result, we can fairly call Budapest the world leader in tram transport.
As the Hungarian news portal Helló Magyar reports, Central Europe’s advanced tram network is the result of historical events. One reason could be the lack of money during socialism. Living standards were lower in this region. Only a narrow section of society could afford to buy a private car, so tram networks had a prominent role in public transport.
The contrary could be experienced in Western Europe where several tram lines were dismantled in the 1950s, 60s and 70s. The difference can be best seen by examining the tram network of Berlin, where only Eastern Berlin retained its tram network, with only a few trams stretching into the western part after the fall of the wall.
In Western Europe (mainly in France) and in America, the tram renaissance started in the second half of the 1980s. Currently, France boasts a well-developed tram network in almost 30 French cities. Moreover, the new developments represent a modern, passenger-attracting technical standard. Still,
these few lines cannot compete in terms of passenger numbers with the performance of the Central European tram network.
Only Paris made it to the TOP3 of the list that ranked cities with the busiest tram networks in the world.
The largest tram network in the world by track length can be found in Melbourne. Additionally, Hong Kong has also retained a well-developed tram network from the 19th and 20th centuries built under British influence. Both of the cities are continuously developing their tram lines.
In contrast, the once huge networks of London, New York and Los Angeles have practically disappeared by the passage of time. Only one tram was re-launched in London’s suburbs at the end of the 20th century.
As far as Eastern Europe is concerned, Moscow and St. Petersburg have the largest metro systems. The latter boasts the second-longest network in the world, but the number of passengers did not even make it into the top 10. This can be explained by the technically neglected and unattractive networks, due to which there are fewer and fewer passengers choosing this form of public transport.
The Hungarian capital has a well-developed tram networking. On top of that, based on the most recent UITP data (2018),
Budapest made it to the top in the ranking of the busiest tram networks in the world.
Even though the Rákóczi and Bajcsy-Zsilinszky road tram lines were completely abolished in the past, Budapest can take pride in its well-developed tram network.
Moreover, these lines might revive soon if the current government and Budapest plans will be carried out.
Within the framework of the development project, the plans for the extension of the Buda Tramway have been finalised. It will extend from Szent Gellért Square along the Danube bank, then after the Rákóczi Bridge, turning west to Budafoki Road. As part of converting Budapest’s City Park into a car-free zone, a new bridge will connect the 13th and 14th districts of Budapest, where a tram line will be constructed, extending the ring of Tram 3 and providing better connectivity. Additionally, another tram line will pass over the new Danube bridge that will connect the rapidly developing areas of South Buda, Csepel and South Pest. The surrounding area of Nyugati Railway Station will also be revamped. Developers will have to submit proposals for the future Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Road line through Nyugati Square, the demolition of the flyover and the new tram line.
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How livable is Hungary compared to other countries in the world? – Fresh ranking
The freshly published list of Numbeo ranks the livability of all the countries in the world, based on their cost of living, purchase power and rent indeces. Let’s see where Hungary stands in the international ranking.
Similarly to previous years, Numbeo has recently compiled a list showing how expensive or cheap life is in each country and city in the world. The starting point of the ranking is New York, representing 100%. Accordingly, all the other cities are measured and benchmarked relative to NYC in terms of livability.
As far as the cost of living index is concerned, life in most parts of the world is cheaper than in New York. Still, there are some exceptions. Namely, Bermuda is the first place on the list of the most expensive countries in the world, followed by Switzerland and Norway in the TOP3. As the Hungarian news portal Portfolio reports, in these countries life is even more expensive than in New York. Meanwhile, similar expensiveness can be observed in Denmark, Iceland and Jersey where the cost of living index is above 90.
In terms of livability, Hungary is ranked in the middle field at the 81st place out of the 139 listed countries.
The cheapest countries in the ranking are Pakistan, Afghanistan and India.
The ranking shows similar results in the category of rent index as well which shows an estimate of property rents relative to New York. Here, Hungary is also in the middle of the field, in the 81st place. In terms of rental prices, Bermuda, Hong Kong and Singapore are the top-ranked countries. However, according to the ranking, neither of them reach the rental price level of NYC.
The freshly published ranking confirms what has been known so far: life in Western Europe is much more expensive than in Eastern Europe. Narrowing the search to Europe, the most expensive countries are Switzerland, Norway and Iceland, while the cheapest are Kosovo (disputed status), Moldova and Ukraine. Hungary takes 29th place on the list of the 42 European countries in terms of livability.
By filtering to the Hungarian capital, we can find out that the cost of living index in Budapest is 46.07, so the Hungarian capital is much cheaper than New York (100%).
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As far as the purchasing power is concerned, Budapest’s index is only 52.75,
so people in the Hungarian capital can buy roughly half of what a New Yorker can pay with an average salary there.
In addition to Budapest, Pécs, Szeged and Debrecen are also on the list. In these Hungarian cities, the purchasing power is even lower, with values below 50.
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Budapest hotel’s breakfast ranks among the best in the world!
“Have breakfast like a king” – goes the well-known saying which has now become the main focus of a freshly published international ranking. The British Mornings.co.uk has compiled the world’s best hotel breakfasts from 113 countries, based on Tripadvisor reviews. The good news is that a Budapest hotel has been also listed among the best ones. Which one would you guess it is?
Having a delicious hotel breakfast can make a big difference in the overall guest experience. This inspired the British portal Mornings.co.uk to gather the best hotel breakfasts in the world. The final ranking was based on Tripadvisor guest reviews written in 113 countries. The site counted the mentions of “best breakfast,” “great breakfast,” and “excellent breakfast” for every hotel in every capital city and US state on Tripadvisor in order to map the best services.
The first place in the ranking is occupied by the exclusive Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London.
The excellent breakfast service of the hotel received more than 5,000 positive reviews on Tripadvisor. In addition, two other London hotels also made it to the top 10. The Premier Inn London County in Waterloo was ranked sixth place, while the Tower Hotel, a four-star establishment near Tower Bridge made it to number eight. The second place was taken by the four-star Hotel Artemide in Rome, followed by the Malaysian Traders Hotel in the third place.
Hungary can also be proud of a Budapest hotel that has been listed among the top10. Namely,
Hotel Palazzo Zichy is ranked seventh in the international ranking.
Situated in the heart of Budapest’s historic Palace district, the hotel’s glass-roofed breakfast room offers a spectacular view and an American-style buffet breakfast to the visitors.
At the bar of the lobby, experienced baristas create a variety of ingenious cocktails – reports the Hungarian news portal Roadster. These are just some of the reasons why the hotel is well worth a visit if you come to Budapest.
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Hungarian passport in the world’s top 10 strongest!
Henley & Partners made a new list ranking the best passports. The Henley Passport Index has been updated for the first quarter of 2022.
A London-based consulting firm, Henley & Partners, made a new list ranking the best passports. The company has been making lists since 2006, writes Forbes.hu. Henley & Partners ranks passports based on how easily one can travel with the document. Another factor is the number of countries that require a visa if someone has a certain passport.
In 2006, an average traveller could have travelled to 57 countries around the world without a passport. This average has since risen to 107. Inequalities are also present.
For example, with a Japanese or Singapore passport, one can travel to as many as 192 countries. With a passport issued from Afghanistan, Iraq or Syria, travel without a visa is possible to only 30 countries.
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The index does not take temporary restrictions into account, writes CNN. The news site further explains that “the Omicron variant shone a light on a growing divide in international mobility between wealthier countries and poor ones, pointing towards the tough restrictions introduced against mainly African nations that U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described as being akin to travel apartheid.”
The news site also adds that the overall freedom levels expanded. However, as they write, “these new freedoms are primarily enjoyed by Europe, North America, and richer Asian nations.” Passports issued from Angola, Cameroon, and Laos are able to enter about 50 countries.
Over the course of 16 years, Ukraine added 109 countries to the list. The United Arab Emirates added 140 destinations. The United States added 56 locations, Canada added 60, Mexico added 61. Africa and the Middle East are at a disadvantage, though.
But which passports are “the best”? The list goes as follows:
- Japan, Singapore (192 destinations)
- Germany, South Korea (190)
- Finland, Italy, Luxembourg, Spain (189)
- Austria, Denmark, France, the Netherlands, Sweden (188)
- Ireland, Portugal (187)
- Belgium, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States (186)
- Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, Greece, Malta (185)
- Poland, Hungary (183)
- Lithuania, Slovakia (182)
- Estonia, Latvia, Slovenia (181)
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Advent tram of Miskolc awarded as the most beautiful in Europe – PHOTOS
For the fifth time in line, the Advent tram of Miskolc has been awarded as the most beautiful Christmas tram in Europe. Check out the impressive photos below!
Advent 2021 has brought several international acknowledgements to Hungary. Accordingly, the Hungarian capital was listed among the most beautiful Christmas destinations, as well as it was ranked among the TOP 8 cheapest and best European destinations in winter. In addition to Budapest, other Hungarian cities can also be proud of their special Advent decorations. By way of example, we must mention
the recently awarded Christmas tram of Miskolc, chosen as the most beautiful Advent tram in Europe.
The international transport magazine MHD86.cz organizes every year the competition of European Advent trams. In Advent 2021 – for the fifth time – Miskolc has been awarded as the winner, followed by Pilsen in the second and Prague in the third place.
The Miskolc Advent tram was first launched a decade ago. Since 2013, the special Christmas tram has been dressed up in festive costumes: for the past nine years it has been red and gold, and in 2018 it was transformed into an ice palace. It took on its current gingerbread house form in 2019, but the interior is renewed every year. For its 10th anniversary, the inside was decorated in gold reported by the Hungarian news portal Origo.
In addition, passengers were greeted by the characters of Beauty and the Beast – Belle, the Beast, Mrs. Potts, Lumiere and Chip the Teacup – in all their glory.
As Helló Miskolc reports, the Advent tram amazed its visitors from the end of November until 6th January. Passengers could also take a virtual 3D walk where they could see the other winners of the European competition – reported by MKV.
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Budapest’s House of Music among Time Out’s ‘best new things’ – video
Visiting the House of Music — a tribute to Hungarian musicians who have made their mark on the world — is runner-up on Time Out magazine’s list of “best new things to do in the world in 2022”, project company Városliget said.
Time Out calls the House of Music “the standout initiative” of the Liget Budapest project which aims to rehabilitate the capital’s City Park and transform it into a museum island.
The Hungarian House of Music, which is part of the Liget Budapest project, was ranked 2nd in the top list of new attractions and events that Time Out recommends to international tourism as outstanding new venues and events for the new year.
The summary recalls that the House of Hungarian Music came second to such cultural world sensations as the Museum of Broadway in New York, the Museum of Modern Art in Istanbul, the Taiwanese Art Centre and the Great Egyptian Museum in Cairo, with its complete collection of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, among others.
In first place was the Paris museum dedicated to the life’s work of French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg.
The spectacular Hungarian House of Music was completed in December and will open its doors to the public at the end of January as a unique music immersion complex.
Designed by the Japanese star architect Fujimoto Su, the organically undulating, perforated roof structure and huge glass walls of the building are unmistakable and it is no coincidence that it is considered one of the most anticipated new buildings in the world by the international music industry.
From the beginning of next year, the new institution, which will be nestled among the trees of the City Park, will offer a wide range of musical experiences in harmony with its surroundings.
The Hungarian House of Music was built on the site of the former run-down Hungexpo office buildings, and around the new building, a 7,000 square metre green area that had been closed off and neglected for decades has been renewed and will once again become a freely accessible park area in the City Park.
It is not the first time that the Hungarian House of Music has attracted international attention, and its realisation has been the subject of worldwide attention from the very beginning: it has been declared one of the most anticipated new buildings of 2021 by CNN and the World Architecture Community (WAC).
In 2019, the building was voted Europe’s best public building based on its design at the prestigious International Property Awards in London, one of the most widely recognised awards in the real estate industry. In 2020, it was awarded the top prize for the best music-themed development in the world: the Best Music Cities Development at the Music Cities Awards in the US.
“Opening in early 2022, Sou Fujimoto’s House of Music, Hungary in City Park features a roof perforated with 100 or so cavities that allow natural light, trees and sound to infiltrate the two performance venues, exhibition spaces and library, which are linked by magnificent spiral staircases, and a complete glass exterior to aid reliance on renewable energy,”
Time Out said.
Here are the TOP 10 richest Hungarians!
Similarly to previous years, Forbes magazine has published the list of the 50 wealthiest Hungarians. Let’s see who is in the lead with around EUR 1.3 billion.
Every year since 2018, Forbes magazine has published the TOP 50 list of the wealthiest Hungarians. The past three years have clearly shown the rise of Lőrinc Mészáros, which has been proven again this year. As the Hungarian news portal reports,
Lőrinc Mészáros is in the lead of the ranking with an estimated EUR 1.3 billion (HUF 488.1 billion), followed by Sándor Csányi, the CEO of OTP, whose wealth is estimated at EUR 1.26 billion (HUF 468.9 billion).
The competition between Hungary’s two richest men has never been so close. In 2018, the wealth of Lőrinc Mészáros exceeded that of Sándor Csányi by EUR 175-230 million (HUF 65-85 billion). This year, however, the difference is “only” EUR 51.8 million (HUF 19.2 billion).
This might be explained by the unprecedented stagnation of Lőrinc Mészáros’s wealth, which has not increased as dynamically this year as in previous years. Numerically, the billionaire from Felcsút has increased his wealth by “only” EUR 24.3 million (HUF 9 billion) in 2021.
On the other hand, Sándor Csányi has increased his wealth by nearly EUR 202 million (HUF 75 billion), the largest increase since 2014. This is mainly due to the growth of Bonafarm Group, but the value of the bank leader’s OTP package has also increased significantly. In its quarterly reports for 2021, the bank has set record after record, with its share price having reached a historic peak in November.
Previously, the two Hungarian billionaires were among the richest people in the world on Forbes‘s World’s Billionaires List. They are already on Forbes.com’s real-time online list with the current data.
This year, a record number of billionaires with a fortune of over a hundred billions are on the list: a total of 16 people with estimated wealth exceeding EUR 270 million (HUF 100 billion).
Following the billionaires mentioned above, the third place is occupied by Zsolt Felcsuti, with an estimated wealth of EUR 773.5 (HUF 286.4 billion). Felcsuti built the region’s largest industrial investment group from a family firm that started out from among cooperations in 1976, and today, MPF Holding is headquartered in Singapore. With a small difference, we can find Tibor Veres, the owner of Wing and Wallis, in fourth place, with EUR 764 million (HUF 282.9 billion).
The Top 10 includes the Rahimkulov siblings: Ruzlan is in fifth place with EUR 731 million (270.7 billion), and Timur is ranked 7th with a fortune of EUR 571 million (HUF 211.4 billion). The country’s richest siblings have reorganised the company structure, with their former family asset manager, Kafiyat Zrt., now in the hands of the younger brother, Ruzlan. They used to own the company jointly but continue to share a significant part of their OTP shares.
György Gattyán – who used to be in the lead in previous years – occupies 6th place this year, with EUR 685.4 million (HUF 253.8 billion). The top 10 also includes Sándor Demján and his family, László Szíjj, and the co-owner of Indotek Group, Dániel Jellinek.
This year’s list also includes some who have not been among the wealthiest before, including Gellért Jászai, the owner of 4ig Nyrt. (estimated wealth: EUR 93.7 million), and Kamilla Hermann, the co-owner of Indotek Group and the ex-wife of Dániel Jellinek (EUR 98.6 million).
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Áron Szilágyi among the world’s top 10 best athletes preceding Hamilton!
Jamaican athletics star Elaine Thompson-Herah and Polish striker Robert Lewandowski have been named the AIPS Best Athletes of 2021. This is the result of a poll by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS), where a panel of 529 journalists from 114 countries voted for the Champions of 2021.
This is the first time Thompson-Herah, who won three gold medals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, is winning the award having topped the AIPS poll for the female category with 605 points, ahead of Barcelona and Spain’s women’s Ballon d’Or winner, Alexia Putellas (490 points) and triple jump world record holder, Yulimar Rojas, who received 346 points.
Lewandowski amassed 435 points to retain the AIPS crown he won for the first time last year, ahead of 2021 Formula One World Champion, Max Verstappen, with 349 points and seven-time Balon D’or winner, Lionel Messi, with 314points.
It was announced that UEFA Euro 2020 champions Italy Men’s National Football Team were voted the Best Team, while the award for the Best Press Facilities went to Tokyo 2020.
FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR – ELAINE THOMPSON-HERAH
Elaine Thompson-Herah enjoyed a history-making 2021 season. The 29-year-old sprinter, born on June 28, 1992, in Manchester Parish, Jamaica, stepped into the Olympic Games in Tokyo as one of the undisputed protagonists, even after a niggling Achilles injury almost cost her an Olympic spot at Jamaica’s National Championships a few weeks earlier.
In Tokyo she produced head-turning performances to become the first woman to ever win the 100m, 200m sprint double at consecutive Olympics: she won the 100 meters race with a time of 10.61 – an Olympic record and the 200 meters race in 21.53. She also scooped the 4x100m gold medal with her national team for her third gold medal in Tokyo.
Only Usain Bolt had ever achieved the feat of defending the 100 and 200 metres sprint double at the Olympic Games and it was only fitting that Thompson-Herah drew comparisons to her legendary compatriot.
Following her triple triumph at the Olympics, she would go on to consolidate her position as the fastest woman alive with a stunning 10.54 victory in the 100m at the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Eugene.
Thompson-Herah was named World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year by World Athletics. She was also named NACAC Female Athlete of the Year and is favoured to be the RJR Sportswoman of the Year for 2021.
TOP TEN
1. Elaine Thompson–Herah (Athletics) – 605
2. Alexia Putellas (Football) – 490
3. Yulimar Rojas (Athletics) – 346
4. Naomi Osaka (Tennis) -297
5. Emma Raducanu (Tennis) – 267
6. Emma Mckeon (Swimming) – 257
7. Faith Kipyegon (Athletics) – 200
8. Angelina Melnikova (Artistic Gymnastics)-191
8. Mikaela Shiffrin (Alpine Skiing) – 191
9. Sifan Hassan (Athletics) – 183
10. Ashleigh Barty (Tennis) – 152
MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR – ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI
Born in Warsaw, Poland, on August 21, 1988, Robert Lewandowski is currently the most lethal goal machine European football has to offer.
Although he did not win the 2021 Ballon D’Or – having finished second to Lionel Messi who claimed the award for the seventh time – 2021 has definitely been a year to remember for the 33-year-old Polish striker.
In 2021, Lewandowski picked up where he left off the year before, breaking a record that had lasted 50 years in the history of German football with his 43rd Bundesliga goal of the year on December 17 in Bayern Munich’s 4-0 win over Wolfsburg.
With that goal, Lewandowski now holds the record of the most goals in a calendar year in the Bundesliga, which was previously held by legendary German striker Gerd Müller, who scored 42 Bundesliga goals in 1972.
This accomplishment gets even more important when considering the other competitions the Polish striker took part in: Lewandowski scored 58 goals in 47 appearances across all club competitions; 69 in 59 appearances when his national team performances are included, thereby ending the year as the top scorer playing in Europe for the third time in a row.
This year the Polish striker won the FIFA Club World Cup for the first time in his career, getting also the FIFA Club World Cup Best Player award. For the seventh consecutive year, he won the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich, along with the German Super Cup. Lewandowski scooped the Bundesliga Player of the Season for the fifth time in his career.
TOP TEN
1. Robert Lewandowski (Football) – 435
2. Max Verstappen (Formula 1) – 349
3. Lionel Messi (Football) – 311
4. Karsten Warholm (Athletics) – 291
5. Novak Djokovic (Tennis) – 289
6. Cristiano Ronaldo (Football) – 280
7. Áron Szilágyi (Fencing) – 271
8. Armand Mondo Duplantis (Athletics) – 235
9. Eliud Kipchoge (Athletics) – 207
10. Lewis Hamilton (Formula 1) – 200
AIPS members from the following nations participated in the Best of 2021 poll:
Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Benin, Bolivia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Chinese Taipei, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Dr Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Great Britain, Greece, Guatemala, Guinea, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Northern Macedonia, Norway, Pakistan, Palestine, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic Of Korea, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Somalia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Tanzania, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela, Yemen.
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Budapest among the TOP 8 cheapest and best European destinations in winter – Program Guide!
With its impressive Christmas atmosphere, the Hungarian capital received a new, remarkable recognition. Namely, Budapest was ranked among the TOP 8 cheapest and best European destinations in winter, according to international tourism portal Culture Trip. On this occasion, we collected the most impressive wallet-friendly programs you should not miss when visiting the Hungarian capital.
Besides being among the TOP 20 most beautiful European Christmas destinations, Budapest can be proud of a new international acknowledgement. According to international tourism portal Culture Trip,
the Hungarian capital is one of the cheapest and best destinations to visit in Europe this winter.
The tourism portal highlights that despite the cold weather, visiting the festive atmosphere of Budapest is an unmissable experience. As an optional program, you may visit the Gothic Parliament building or relax in one of the thermal baths in the “spa capital of the world”. In addition, you should not miss the homely atmosphere of local cafés and restaurants where you can taste irresistible dishes of Hungarian gastronomy.
Besides Budapest, Lisbon, Prague, Athens, Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Vilnius, and Berlin are listed in the TOP 8 cheapest and best European destinations in the winter.
The newly published ranking is a great recognition.
On this occasion, we collected some of the most impressive wallet-friendly programs you should not miss when visiting Budapest.
Ice skating for free in Budapest
Besides Budapest’s spectacular skating rink in the City Park, there are several other venues where you can enjoy the winter sports for free. One of the most popular among these is the ice skating rink at the Bálna shopping mall, along the River Danube. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the city while having fun with your loved ones. In addition, this December, free ice skating rinks await visitors in the 3rd (Óbuda), 4th (Újpest), 6th (Terézváros), and 14th (Zugló) districts of Budapest.
Christmas Fairs
Budapest’s Christmas markets attract 800,000 tourists every year. Shining flood of lights, beautiful Christmas decorations, and the festive atmosphere of the Advent fairs are all important elements of the amazing experience that you should not miss during the end-of-year holidays.
Attention! Some Hungarian Christmas fairs can be visited only with an immunity certificate.
Street of Hungarian flavours
This year, the Street of Hungarian Flavours awaits visitors with a special Christmas edition between 17th–24th December 2021. The winter gastronomic festival takes place at Budapest Millenáris Park. At the event, you can taste several kinds of stuffed cabbage, fish soup, and you can even attend a bejgli competition. The Christmas delicacies can be tasted on site or can be taken away. The event welcomes its visitors with concerts and family activities every day from 11 am, except on 24 December, reported Programturizmus.
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Budapest among the TOP20 most beautiful European Christmas destinations – PHOTOS
The beauty of the Hungarian capital is unquestionable, not to mention its sparkling Christmas lights in the Advent period. This is also reflected in a freshly published international ranking that lists Budapest among the TOP20 most stunning European cities during Christmas time. Let the photos speak for themselves!
Christmas is coming soon which makes every city shine even brighter during the festive Advent period. This has inspired the official portal of the European Best Destinations that collected the TOP20 most beautiful Christmas illuminations in Europe. The freshly published article takes you to a world of sparkling Christmas lights, light snowfall, and magical Advent markets where irresistible scents of gingerbread and mulled wine linger in the air.
Each year during the Advent period, the Hungarian capital is dressed in sparkling Christmas lights. From December, we can visit the Budapest Christmas fairs, admire the capital’s iconic light tram or hop on Santa’s trolleybus. Therefore, it is not surprising that
Budapest is also listed in the TOP20 most beautiful European cities during Christmas time.
The article highlights that Budapest is becoming an unmissable Christmas destination for its magical atmosphere, the sparkling lights, and the authentic Advent markets. Besides the irresistible scents of gingerbread and mulled wine, the article also mentions the illuminated Christmas tram and the Advent Feast Christmas tree at the Basilica.
The Hungarian capital is called a „dream place” to spend Christmas with your family and loved ones
where countless exciting programs and activities, such as a 2-hour Danube cruise with live music, await you to enjoy the most magical time of the year.
TOP20
Among the cities of the neighboring countries, Opatija and Zagreb (Croatia), Vienna (Austria), and Ljubljana (Slovenia) are also mentioned among the TOP20. In addition, France has four sparkling cities on the list: Montbeliard, Colmar, Nice, and Reims. Spain also boasts two glamorous cities in the ranking: Madrid and Málaga. Besides them, Moscow (Russia), Tallinn (Estonia), Prague (Czech Republic), Funchal (Madeira Islands – Portugal), Monte-Carlo (Monaco), Salerno (Italy), Edinburgh (Scotland), Gdansk (Poland), London (England), and Vilnius (Lithuania) are also listed among the most beautiful European destinations at Christmas.
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Hungary ranked among TOP countries for reducing carbon emission
The ranking was carried out within the framework of KPMG’s Net Zero Readiness Index (NZRI) that measures the performance of individual countries based on their decarbonisation strategies. Hungary, having reached a maximum score, was ranked among the TOP15 countries. The country has managed to outperform such prominent competitors as the USA, Singapore, or Australia.
The survey was carried out for the upcoming COP26 climate summit in Glasgow. The global conference promotes transparency and global cooperation regarding the mission of global decarbonisation. Within the framework of the Net Zero Readiness Index (NZRI), 103 indicators have been examined. Based on these figures, the 25 best-performing countries have been identified and additional 7 countries were placed on the “to be monitored” list. The examined criteria included the legal steps taken by the country’s government, the way how the financial sector handled the region, and the measures businesses implemented to fully reduce their carbon footprint.
Based on the recent ranking, Norway takes the trophy even though the country was used to be known as one of the largest oil and gas exporters in the world. The leading Nordic country achieved its prominent position with the rise of electric transportation, intensive investment in renewable energy, and the Norwegian parliament’s vote to move the zero-emission target from 2050 to 2030.
As the Hungarian news portal Portfolio reports, Norway is followed by the United Kingdom which landed second place with a similarly strong political agenda. The UK plans to implement further measures such as renewable heating solutions and the construction of greener buildings in the future. Sweden claims the third place for being an international advocate for climate policy, green energy, and sustainable technology.
Hungary has also reached a prominent place in the ranking, namely the 13th, and thus it outperformed such competitors as the USA (14th), Singapore (15th), Australia (17th), and Poland (19th).
According to KPMG experts, Hungary really deserves recognition as the 13th place in the overall ranking is the result of serious effort. Regarding the aspect of political will, the analysis of Net Zero Readiness Index mentions that „Hungary’s government has taken significant measures towards carbon reduction over the past 2 years”. The most significant environmental implementations include the decarbonisation of transport through tax benefits, financial aid packages for electric vehicles, and the promotion of intermodal freight junctions for cities. Furthermore, domestic companies were given the opportunity to utilize EU funds for the purpose of decarbonisation and green eco-saving solutions. In addition, several multinational manufacturers run their factories in the country while maintaining very high environmental standards. As far as the financial sector is concerned, the analysis highlights the country’s green program, introduced by Hungary’s Central Bank (MNB), as well as the green guidelines for banks.
As a result, Hungary is one of the five countries that receives the highest score on contribution to global Net Zero.
This is partly credited to its June 2020 climate protection law that was introduced to comply with the 2050 Net Zero target.
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Despite some challenges to overcome in the economy, Hungary is projected to keep its high ranking also in the future. The analysis highlights that approximately 40% of the country’s electricity is generated by the Paks nuclear power plant. The operation of the Paks 4 will also play a central role in energy management in the long term. All this information provides a solid base for the Net Zero emission target. The index also highlights the introduction of the Energy Efficiency Commitment Scheme (EQS) that will introduce sanctions from 2021 for electricity, gas, and fuel traders who fail to meet required efficiency indicators.
In terms of building construction, Hungary ranked 10th thanks to its geothermal heating solutions, mandatory energy certificates, and housing renovation subsidies. The newly built homes reach a high level of energy efficiency; however, the renovation of old buildings is considered to be a significant challenge.
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This is why Hungary is among the TOP3 where it is the hardest to learn to drive
Different nations, different driving styles; however, few may know that the difficulty of obtaining a driving licence shows great diversity in each country. Fasten your seat belt! Here come the countries where it is the easiest and hardest to learn to drive, the most expensive and craziest driving tests globally.
The easiest to learn to drive
According to the freshly published Global Zutobi Index, among these countries, definitely Mexico takes the palm where legal driving can start from the age of 15. Even more surprising is that in most parts of the country, no practical test is needed.
Learning drivers can sit behind the wheel after passing a theoretical test that has become obligatory only since 2018.
Mexico is followed by Qatar, where learning drivers can sit behind the wheel the earliest in the world, at the age of 14. In addition, they do not have to worry about high costs either as a driving test in Qatar is 26€, less than half the global average of 65€.
Latvia is ranked third. Here the driving test costs even less, only 22€ and enthusiast drivers can start their journey at 16.
The United States has just slipped off the podium, being the fourth country in the ranking with the slightest system of requirements to start driving. Here, just like in the case of all the countries in the TOP5, no driving classes are required before taking the test, and the cost is also lower than the world average, only 100€. Canada follows the US in fifth place with the same requirements and a slightly higher price of taking the test.
The countries where it is hard to sit behind the wheel
In this category, the absolute winner is Croatia. Here, drivers must take at least 85 hours before taking a test. In addition to several medical proofs and aptitude tests, learning drivers must face extreme expensiveness, spending around 804€ to pass their test and obtain their license.
With such high prices, Croatia has also been chosen as the most expensive country to obtain a license, followed by Malaysia (437€) and Andorra (347€).
If you would like to obtain your driving licence quickly, Brazil is not your destination either. In the Latin American country, one can start driving only after taking 60 hours of lessons (45 theoretical and 15 practical), as well as passing medical examinations measuring, among others, the psychological fitness of the driver. And all these tests have a relatively high price, around 184€; based on this, Brazil has been chosen as the second country where it is the most challenging to learn to drive.
Hungary is ranked as the third country where it is hard to become a driver. The requirements include a theoretical exam and a minimum of 580 km practical experience with a tutor, after which a driving test can be taken.
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However, this number of kilometres can often not be completed during the required number of hours, so drivers usually take at least 58 practical hours to get to the exam. Looking at the positive side, here the age limit is 16.5 years which is lower than in other countries, as well as the prices are relatively lower. Or at least so far, it seemed like. However, according to the latest data, the price of driving courses has increased by 10% in a single year, as a result of which, today, it costs an average of 653€ (~HUF 235,000) to obtain a license in Hungary. According to the Association of Hungarian Driving Schools, the price will continue to rise; however, interest in the service has not diminished – reported by Vezess.hu.
Bahrain follows Hungary in the fourth place where in addition to theoretical and practical tests, medical examinations should be done. Besides the extremely high cost of tests (312€), drivers must be 18 years old.
Just like in the case of Montenegro, the fifth, where besides adulthood, a medical and eye examination is required to take a practical driving test.
Countries with the craziest driving tests
Finally, we can also take a look at the countries with the craziest driving tests. Here, India takes the palm where a driving test includes driving forward, turning left and stop after a while. Based on these poor requirements, it is not surprising that in the country, approximately 22 deadly road accidents take place in an hour. Burundi is ranked second place in this category, where a driving test is not a legal requirement. Therefore the majority of drivers do not obtain it. With only 63,000 cars on the road, almost 5% of all deaths are registered on the streets.
Just like in the case of India, Egypt does not require much from its drivers to obtain a driving licence either. After a short theory test, the process looks like that: driving 6 metres forward, then backwards – excellent, the exam is completed. Based on all these, if you feel like taking a little driving in these countries, pay close attention to the roads.
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Time Out: Újbuda district of Budapest is one of the coolest parts of the world
Located in the Hungarian capital, Budapest, district 11 became the seventh coolest neighbourhood in the world. The compilation of the British Time Out magazine ranked district 11, Újbuda, in the top 10. Újbuda and Budapest precede cities such as Melbourne, Hong Kong, Berlin or London.
The coronavirus pandemic has not completely disappeared. However, restrictions have eased in most countries compared to last year. As a result, tourism is also beginning to pick up. Many people travel for the sights of cities, but also for the cuisine of the destination. The British Time Out magazine has brought together the coolest neighbourhoods in the world in terms of gastronomy.
Újbuda in Budapest is the 7th coolest neighbourhood globally, according to the list of the British magazine.
The list was compiled by Time Out based on the food and beverage offerings of the place, as well as the nightlife and cultural entertainment options. A total of 27,000 participants were interviewed during the survey, and their responses were forwarded to a panel of experts. The final decision was made by the panel of experts, writes napi.hu.
The first place on the list was the Norrebro area in Copenhagen. Here, the wine bars and the bakeries are highlighted by the magazine. In second place is the Andersonville neighbourhood of Chicago, where green areas and the LGBTQ scene stand out. Jongno 3-ga in Seoul was the third on the list. Due to the unique atmosphere, nature, and hidden dance venues, it is worth visiting.
“Tree-lined Bartók Béla Boulevard brims with bohemian cafés, bars, and independent art galleries,”
writes Time Out about Újbuda. In addition, it is mentioned that the new Gellért Bath also attracts many tourists. According to the magazine, this is what a perfect day in Újbuda district in Budapest looks like: “Have breakfast at Eastern Café and Gallery before hiking up Gellért Hill. Once you’re back on Bartók Béla Boulevard, head over to Kopaszi Dam, where you’ll find plenty of lunch options and might even be able to sunbathe a little (weather permitting). Come evening, grab a drink and catch a gig at Dürer Garden.”
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