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House Speaker: Nations in the Carpathian Basin can only survive if they cooperate
László Kövér cited milestones of Hungary’s history such as the settlement in the Carpathian Basin, and the foundation of the Christian state.
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August 20 celebrations to take place across Hungary
Tens of thousands of fireworks will light up the Budapest sky from hundreds of launch points, including Szabadság and Erzsébet bridges, as well as river barges and pontoons.
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Why Hungarians celebrate August 20 as a national holiday
A sense of national belonging, listening to and caring for each other will be reflected in the programs of August 20. Here’s the history behind August 20 that makes it...
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State Secretary: August 20 celebrations to span four days
Zoltán Kovács said August 20 is “one of the most serious events in the country in terms of the interest and number of participants it attracts”.
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August 20 Hungarian national holiday events drew record numbers
Public television’s broadcast of the fireworks show also generated record ratings.
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President Novák opens World Athletics Championships and celebrates August 20 holiday
The president thanked Hungarians for “looking forward, working through hard times … and having faith in a Hungarian life.”