Hungary

A landlocked country in Central Europe, Hungary once formed part of the famed Austro-Hungarian Empire that came to an end during World War I. Also known as the Country of the Magyars, it came under Communist rule after the World War II. In 1956, the country withdrew from the Warsaw Pact. This resulted in the military intervention by Soviet Union. Hungry was introduced to the so-called "Goulash Communism" under the rule of Janos Kadar in 1968. As a result, Hungary economy began to be liberalized. After the collapse of Communism, first multiparty elections were held in the country in 1990. Free market economy took the place of isolationist economy. Hungry became a member of NATO in 1999 and the EU in 2004.

Travel overview
If your idea of a perfect holiday is a mix of history, culture, cuisine and adventure, then Hungary is where your mental images will give way to vivid memories. The country is home to as many as eight UN World heritage sites, some of world’s best attractions.

The first port of call for the tourist is Budapest known for its elegant streets, lined with historical buildings, medieval castles. Buda Castle Quarter and Andrassy Avenue are the places to be visited.

Hungry is famous for its rich traditions in folk and classical music. For a truly striking and atmospheric experience, visit the Old Village of Holloko. And not be missed is the Aquincum Museum. Lake Balaton, the largest in central Europe, offers thermal springs, pristine beaches and an array of fine resorts. Hungry also has a long history of wine making.

Capital: Budapest
Location: Central Europe, northwest of Romania
Climate: temperate; cold, cloudy, humid winters; warm summers
Total Area: 93,030 sq km
Total Population: 9,956,108
Population Growth Rate: -0.253%
Sex Ratio: 0.909 male(s)/female
Literacy: 99.5%
Ethnic Groups: Hungarian, Roma
Irrigated land: 2,300 sq km
Languages: Hungarian
Time Zone: UTC+8
Currency: Forint (HUF)
Neighbouring countries: Austria, Romania, Serbia, Croatia, Slovakia, Ukraine, Slovenia
Type of govt.: parliamentary democracy
Head of Govt.: Prime Minister Ferenc Gyurcsany
Major Political Parties: Alliance of Free Democrats or SzDSz [Janos KOKA]; Christian Democratic People's Party or KDNP [Zsolt SEMJEN]; Hungarian Civic Alliance or Fidesz [Viktor ORBAN, chairman]; Hungarian Democratic Forum or MDF [Ibolya DAVID]; Hungarian Socialist Party or MSzP [Ferenc GYURCSANY]
Participation in International Organizations: Australia Group, BIS, CE, CEI, CERN, EAPC, EBRD, EIB, EU, FAO, G- 9, IAEA, IBRD, ICAO, ICC, IFC, IFRCS, ILO, IMF, ICCt, ICRM, IDA, IEA, IMO, Interpol, IOC, MIGA, MINURSO, NAM, IOM, IPU, ISO, ITU, ITUC, NATO, NEA, NSG, OAS, PCA, SECI, UN, UNCTAD, OECD, OIF, OPCW, OSCE, UNESCO, UNFICYP, UNWTO, UPU, WCL, UNHCR, UNIDO, UNOMIG, WCO, WEU (associate), WFTU, WHO, WIPO, WMO, WTO, ZC
Major Agricultural Products: wheat, corn, sunflower seed, potatoes, sugar beets; pigs, cattle, poultry, dairy products
Natural Resources & Minerals: bauxite, coal, natural gas, fertile soils, arable land
Industry & Transport: mining, metallurgy, construction materials, processed foods, textiles, chemicals (especially pharmaceuticals), motor vehicles
Airports: 26
Railways: 7,937 km
Roadways:
159,568 km
Waterways: 1,622 km
Major Trade Partners: Germany, Russia, China, Austria, France, Italy, Netherlands, Germany and UK
Exports: $67.99 billion
Imports: $69.75 billion

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