Hungary
Hungary
People: Hungarian
Hungary's capital Budapest straddles the Danube and holds more thermal springs than any other capital city in the world. Hungary is located in Central Europe and has a population of around 9.5 million. Its capital city is Budapest, and the most widely spoken official language is Hungarian. Hungary is landlocked, sharing borders with 7 neighbouring countries.
Hungary — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Budapest |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Central Europe |
| Population | 9,539,502 |
| Area | 93,028 km² |
| Currency | Hungarian forint (HUF) Ft |
| Official Language | Hungarian |
| Dialling Code | +36 |
| Internet TLD | .hu |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | HU / HUN |
| Borders | Austria, Croatia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hungary
What is the capital of Hungary?
The capital of Hungary is Budapest.
What currency does Hungary use?
Hungary uses the Hungarian forint (HUF, symbol: Ft).
What language do they speak in Hungary?
The official language of Hungary is Hungarian.
What is the dialling code for Hungary?
The international dialling code for Hungary is +36.
What side of the road does Hungary drive on?
Hungary drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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