Budapest is the capital and most populous city of Hungary. It is the ninth-largest city in the European Union by population within city limits and the second ...
Budapest
Capital of Hungary
Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life...
Area code: 1
Elevation: Lowest (Danube) 96 m; Highest (János Hill) 527 m (315 to 1,729 ft)
HDI (2022): 0.936 – very high · 1st
International Airport: Ferenc Liszt International Airport
ISO 3166 code: HU-BU
NUTS code: HU101
Postal code(s): 1011–1239
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What is so special about Budapest?
The central area of Budapest along the Danube River is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has several notable monuments of classical architecture, including the Hungarian Parliament and the Buda Castle.
Can you speak English in Budapest?
You will have no problem with "English only" in Budapest. Most people know enough English and if you learn to say: hello, please and thank you, in Hungarian "you are in". Budapest of our favourite spots and we have never had a problem. A smattering of German can help, but most people are more than willing to help you.
Is Budapest very expensive?
The daily costs to visit Budapest are not as high as other European capital cities. You can have a good meal for € 10 ( US$ 10.90) or eat during a boat ride for around € 69 ( US$ 75). Prices and costs in Budapest are relatively inexpensive, especially when compared to other European capital cities.
Why can't you clink glasses in Budapest?
Legend has it that after the Hungarian revolution was overthrown in 1849, Austrians celebrated their victory in Vienna by clinking their beer glasses everywhere. That's when Hungarians vowed to never do it again and even nowadays it might be considered offensive.
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