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Magyar leaders

Okay, I did stop for this picture at hero park. I later learned that these fellas are among the 8 leaders of respective tribes that formed to become the Magyar people (current Hungarians.) I just thought the horns on the horses head were cool.These guys must have been rockstars back in the day. Too hot, off for ice cream!
Buda! Buda! Buda!

August 6th 2006
Budapest is a very unique place. Surrounded by slovic countries, Hungary exists as a sort of cultural island in eastern europe. You immediately notice this when you arrive somewhere and they immediately announce. "See ya." At first I was at a loss. I had not done my homework before coming and did not even know one word in Hungarian. Bad tourist! Bad! I quickly learned that everyone wasn't trying t ... read more
Europe » Hungary » Central Hungary » Budapest

Hungarian Flag Hungary was part of the polyglot Austro-Hungarian Empire, which collapsed during World War I. The country fell under Communist rule following World War II. In 1956, a revolt and announced withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact were met with a massive milita... ... read more
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