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Hungary is a country in Central Europe. It is a member of the European Union and the Schengen
Borderless Europe Agreement. The country offers many diverse destinations: relatively low
mountains in the north-west, great plains in the east, lakes and rivers of all sorts (including
Balaton - the largest lake in Central Europe), along with many beautiful small villages (Hollókő,
Villány, Szentendre, Nagycenk, etc.) and hidden gems of cities. Top this off with Hungary’s great
accessibility in the middle of Europe, a vivid culture and economy, and you will get a destination
of your dreams.

Hungary is one of the 15 most popular tourist destinations in the world, with a capital regarded as
one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Despite its relatively small size, the country is home to
numerous World Heritage Sites, UNESCO Biosphere reserves, the second largest thermal lake in
the world (Lake Hévíz), the largest lake in Central Europe (Lake Balaton), and the largest natural
grassland in Europe (Hortobágy). In terms of buildings, Hungary is home to the largest synagogue
in Europe (Great Synagogue), the largest medicinal bath in Europe (Széchenyi Medicinal Bath),
the third largest church in Europe (Esztergom Basilica), the second largest territorial abbey in the
world (Pannonhalma Archabbey), the second largest Baroque castle in the world (Gödöllő), and
the largest Early Christian Necropolis outside Italy (Pécs). You can expect to find delicious food
and fantastic wines, good safety and a stable political climate as well as friendly people.

Hungary has been ethnically diverse since its inception, and while today over 90% of the population
are ethnically Hungarian, pockets of ethnic and cultural Slovaks, Romanians, Germans and others
dot the country. Due to the border changes of Hungary after World War I, over 5 million ethnic and
cultural Hungarians live in bordering countries. The Hungarians, otherwise known as Magyars,
are the descendants of several tribes from Central Asia, who were believed to be fierce, nomadic
horsemen and came to Central Europe in the 9th century.

’Being a student in Wekerle Business School is a great pleasure for
me, not only because here I am always learning new subjects, but
also because I am in a very inspiring international environment. The
academic staff is professional with very up-to-date knowledge, and are
always available, thus helping the students to learn more successfully.
In fact, I joined the BA program in Commerce and Marketing with
some work experience, but I can say that the skills and knowledge that
I have gained here are practical as well as relevant and have helped
me better understand the reality of commerce in our globalized world.
I definitely recommend the program to every person who is eager to
improve him/herself in this area.’ - Sem, BA student

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