The Vet’s Horse – Education

In one of my previous articles, I wrote about the “vet’s horse” syndrome and argued that it could be applied to almost every area of Hungarian life. So now, somewhat arbitrarily, I am highlighting several sectors which I believe are...

Tihany nature and history in the Balaton highlands.

Tihany, a jewel nestled on the shores of Lake Balaton, is a place where history, culture, and nature intertwine seamlessly. Inhabited since prehistoric times, the peninsula gained true significance in the 11th century when King Andrew I founded the Tihany Benedictine Abbey. The abbey’s founding charter, the first written record of the Hungarian language, is still preserved here, making Tihany a significant pilgrimage site for Hungarian language and culture.

Where to, Hungarian economy?

The Hungarian economy’s own resources are being depleted, making it difficult to choose the right direction for economic development.

Anatomy of a Scandal in Hungary

The recent political scandal in Hungary forced the resignation of the president, a retired former minister, and the leader of the second largest church in the country. The scandal revealed many interesting details about the specificities of the Hungarian political system.

Summer, Lake Balaton

In our previous article, I promised that I would use a Hungary travel guide published in 1977 to show how much has changed over almost half a century. The first change is the world of travel guides itself. The book...

The Scent of Travel

Discover the beauty of Hungary’s lavender fields, from Tihany to Pannonhalma. Experience the scents, colours and peaceful moments of a Hungarian summer.

The Awakening of Spring in Mecsek

The Mecsek Mountains are the jewel of Southern Transdanubia, captivating visitors not only with their picturesque landscapes but also with their diverse wildlife. With the arrival of spring, the slopes of the mountains transform into a colorful carpet of flowers, the fragrance of which fills the air.

The Veterinary Horse

The expression refers to a non-existent horse from the folklore of veterinary students. It describes a horse on whose complex anatomical chart the symptoms of every known disease are presented. Unfortunately, Hungary’s current condition deserves this description. The political changes...