St. Stephen's Day
The 20th of August is St. Stephen’s Day in Hungary and it is a public holiday. We celebrate the foundation of the Hungarian state 1000 years ago. In the countryside this day is also the day of the new bread. Countless programsawait both locals and tourists all the day round. Most of the programmes will be held in Budapest. Besides commemorations organized by political parties there are numerous other exciting things to do, especially for families with children.
The celebration starts with the raising of the Hungarian flag in Budapest in front of the House of Parliament. The main celebration event is the procession of St. Stephen's Holy Right Hand around the Basilica which is very close to Opera Garden Hotel & Apartments.
Other spectacular events are water and air parade on and above the Danube. Every year a special birthday cake is also prepared to celebrate our country's foundation. The holiday ends with an impressive firework from the Gellért Hill.
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