Debrecen

Debrecen has served as the nation’s capital twice, in 1849 and at the turn 1944-45, respectively. Each time represented dramatic episodes of revolution and war, when the Reformed Big Church and the College became iconic venues of momentous historic occasions. Today, Debrecen exudes the feel of a pleasant provincial town with its colorful piazzas and spacious parks. The presence of several multinationals as well as the university, with a student population of 30.000, including thousands of overseas students, lends a cosmopolitan atmosphere to the city.

This is further accentuated by international sporting events and boisterous festivals of cultural and gastronomic interest. Debrecen is a place where state-of-the-art metropolitan facilities are in close proximity to the peace and serenity of nature. The cozy downtown “hidey-holes” are supplemented with the unique natural beauty of Nagyerdő (Great Forest) and the nearby Hortobágy National Park.