Hungary

Hungary is situated in Central Europe and it covers an area of 93.000 square

kilometers. It has a population of about 10 million. There are some sites which are part
of the World Heritage. The most famous places are the Old Village of Hollk,
Hortobgyi National Park and Tokaj Wine Region. The biggest river is the Danube; the
highest point in Hungary is a peak in the Mtra Mountains called
Kkestet. Hungary has continental climate with four seasons.
Lake Balaton is very good holiday destination. The water level is low and there are
sand beaches. You can stay in a cheap apartment or even a four star hotel.

The capital city of Hungary is Budapest. Buda on the right side of the river Danube
is built among hills, while Pest on the left side is built on a plain.

2000 years ago the Romans called this settlement Aquincum, that means the "city
of waters" because there were and still there are a lot of water springs and
medicinal baths in this region. Today Budapest is a busy metropolis with a
population of 2 million people. The city is rich in historical and cultural monuments,
works of art and natural beauties.

The first place which you should visit in Budapest is the Gellrt Hill, because this is
the best point to see the panorama of this beautiful city. Standing high above the
city on the highest point of the hill is the Statue of Liberty. On the top of the hill
there's the Citadell, which was a fortress. Chain Bridge is the first permanent bridge
across the river Danube. You can stay in Hotel Gellrt with its amazing spa and
restaurant.

One of the tourist attractions of the city is the Castle district of Buda which is full of
history. The first stop is usually at Matthias Church. This was the coronation church
of the kings of Hungary. Behind the church is Fishermen's Bastion. It connects
Hunyadi Jnos Street with Szenthromsg square. The centre of the Castle district is
the Royal Palace, the National Gallery and the Szchenyi National Library.

The most popular park for the people living in Budapest is the beautiful Margaret
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The Parliament building is situated in the Kossuth Square, designed by Imre Steindl.
It is the house of the Hungarian Government and the Parliament.

One of the best-known monuments in Pest is the one in Heroes' Square. There are
two famous museums, the Museum of fine arts and the Art hall.

And of course, if you are looking for the shopping district, go along Vci Street. You
can fine there designer shops and famous restaurants. The street leads
to Vrsmarty Square. You can get there with underground 1.

You can find many restaurants and cafs. You have to try the most famous
Hungarian dishes like Fish soap, Goulash Soup, Chicken paprika with small
dumplings and stuffed cabbage.

I think Hungary is very nice and friendly country and all people around the world
should come and see at least once in their lives. There are famous music festivals
like Sziget festival every year. And in Hungaroring there is a formula 1 competition
every year.