Hungary

Budapest is famous for its historic thermal baths supplied by natural hot springs.

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Why go

Capital: Budapest

Currency: Hungarian Forint (HUF)

Best time: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Weather: Continental; warm summers and cold winters

Top attractions: Budapest • Lake Balaton • Eger • Pécs • Danube Bend

Nature: Danube River • Lake Balaton • caves • thermal springs • national parks

Quick fact: Budapest is famous for its historic thermal baths supplied by natural hot springs.