BUDAPEST

Fast Facts: 

The capital of Hungary is situated along the Danube, in the heart of the Carpathian basin. Hilly Buda, which comprises one-third of the city’s area of 525 square km is located along the right bank of the Danube surrounded by low mountains. Janos Hill, at 529 metres is the highest summit of Buda. Across the river sprawls flat Pest. The geology of Budapest has played a determining role in the city’s life over the course of history. Hot springs breaking through limestone mountains supplying water of 35-76 degrees centigrade gave rise to a flourishing culture of spas in the Roman Age and made Budapest one of the most popular spa cities of Europe.

• Population: 1.7 Million approx
• Visas: Citizens of the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, some Asian countries and most European countries don't require visas. Nationals from these countries can stay in Hungary for a maximum period of 90 days during the six months following the date of first entry into Hungary. Visas are not available at the Hungarian border or Hungarian airports.
• Dialling Code: 00 36
• Weights & Measures: Metric
• Electricity: 230V, 50Hz
• Currency: Hungarian Forint (HUF). The Euro is estimated to become the official currency for Hungary in the year 2010
• Airport: Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD)
• Taxis: Agree a price first or use Tele 5 taxis who have set fares to Budapest centre (Tel. 355 5555). There is an Airport Minibus Service (Tel. 296 8555). These have a special flat fare from the airport to anywhere Budapest – like right to your hotel! They have a desk in the Airport Arrivals Hall and you can buy tickets there.
• Climate: Summer is hot and sunny 

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