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Introduction

Hungary does not regard itself as a Balkan or a Slavic country, and the Magyars who settled there from central Asia have always identified with western values. The country has survived the devastations of the Tartars, Turks, Hapsburgs and Russians, retaining its unique language and culture. In Hungary admitting that one is a tourist is positive; people are individualistic, against homogenized Euroculture and will want to meet, talk and help visitors to enjoy their country.

For the purpose of this guide the country has been divided into six regions: Budapest, The Danube, The West & Lake Balaton, The Great Plain Area, Southern Hungary and The Northern Highlands.



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