Train offers WiFi, comfort, and good value. Journey is punctual and scenic along Danube. Staff provides friendly service and assistance. Online booking system available with simple ticket purchase
Hungary lost 71% of its territory after World War I Treaty of Trianon (1920). Hungarians suffered from "Trianon Syndrome" since 1920. Country was independent from 896 to 1526. Hungarians became part of Austria-Hungary in 1867
Hungary is a developing, high-income mixed economy with $265 billion GDP. GDP per capita ranks 41st globally, with 80.7% employment rate. Services sector accounts for 64.8% of GDP, agriculture 3.9%. Hungary has 80% private sector ownership and 39.1% tax rate
Pálinka is a traditional Hungarian fruit spirit protected as a geographical indication. Only Hungarian and Austrian apricot spirits can be called "pálinka". Similar products exist in Czech Republic as pálenka and Romania as palincă
Ottoman Empire launched expansion against Hungary in 1526 after Mohács Battle. Eger was crucial for Hungarian defense and mining resources. Ottoman forces numbered 35-40,000 men with 16 zarbuzans and 2000 camels
Hungary's population declined since 1980. In 895, Hungarian population estimated between 120,000 and 600,000. Before Battle of Mohács, 80% of population was Hungarian. Hungarian ethnic group became minority in 18th century due to wars and immigration