Author: <span>András</span>

Forget the sun-drenched Puszta for a moment. After nearly two decades, Hungary finally remembered how to do winter properly. From the fairytale-like streets of snow-covered Budapest to the frozen vastness of Lake Balaton, here is why our country wears the cold so well—and why a 'real' winter is becoming a rare, precious treat in the heart of Europe.
photo: Papajcsik Péter / Index

If you’ve been following Hungarian news lately, you’ve likely bumped into a strange obsession: everyone is talking about how many days are left until April 12th. Don’t worry, nobody has lost their mind; it’s just that the entire country’s nerves are frayed to the breaking point, and we collectively just want to get this over with.

If you’re visiting Budapest and want to see more than just the city, it’s worth spending a day in the nearby hills.Hungary doesn’t have very high or technically difficult mountains – all you need is a good pair of shoes, a map, and a light backpack with some snacks. To be fair, these are things […]