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What Are People From Hungary Called?
Eastern Europe, Hungary
The demonym for people from Hungary is:
About Hungary
Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe with Budapest as its capital, a city divided by the Danube River. It joined the European Union in 2004 and became part of the Schengen area in 2007. Hungary is known for its thermal baths, which have been enjoyed since Roman times, and for its distinctive language, which is unrelated to most of its neighbors. The country has a rich cultural heritage with influences from both East and West, visible in its music, architecture, and cuisine. Budapest's Parliament building, Buda Castle, and historic bridges attract visitors from around the world. Beyond the capital, the Hungarian countryside offers vineyards, Lake Balaton, and the wide plains of the Great Hungarian Plain, making the country a varied and welcoming destination.
Quick Facts about Hungary
- Population:
- 9,589,872 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Hungary
- Region:
- Eastern Europe
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Etymology of the Hungary Demonym
From the name of the Magyar tribes who settled in the Carpathian Basin in the 9th century.
Places near Hungary
Other places in the region and their demonyms
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Quick Facts
- Population:
- 9,589,872 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Hungary
- Region:
- Eastern Europe
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