Location: Northern Hungary,Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County,180 km from Budapest

Population: 177.000

Description: Miskolc was settled by the Ancient Hungarians over a thousand years ago,and the settlement was named after the Miskóc clan. The clan of Miskóc was followed by the Széchy family who laid the foundations of urbanization. At the end of 1364 Lajos I. (the Great) annexed the town of Miskolc to the Diósgyor Royal Estate. The 13th century Diósgyor Royal Castle, which was accomplished and magnificently developed in the 15th century, became the centre of the Royal Estate including Miskolc. The Diósgyõr Castle is not only a beauty spot but it also holds international and national open-air performances . By the end of the 15th century the townscape had changed a lot and the origins of today's town centre were gradually developing. The town's ancient school (now museum) was established on the side of the Szinva brook near by the church, which still exists built on the side of the Avas Hill. The most significant buildings of Miskolc were constructed during the great period of prosperity in the 18th century. All denominations started to build their own churches and schools, and presently town hall and county hall were built. The 100 year-old tram network is also being renovated. The commercial life of the city is now growing rapidly. Miskolc in the 90's is a dynamic town developing and changing with the new times.Once you explored Miskolc you shouldn't miss Lillafüred at any rate. It is a climatic health-resort built on the side of the Hámori Lake.

Location: Southern Great Plain, Csongrád Country

Population: 160.000

Description: Szeged is often called the town of sunshine because the sun shines 2100 hours a year.After the great flood of the Tisza river in 1879,a well-designed new town was built with international help.Among the town's world-famous products are the Salami and Szeged Paprika.The town's traditionally vibrant intellectuel atmosphere gave birth to famous schools and writers,poets and scientists:vitamin C was discovered in Szeged paprika by Nobel Prize-winning Dr. Albert Szent-Györgyi.In the heart of the city can be found the Dom Square and a row of famous buildings such as Bishop's Palace,Catholic boarding house as well as the Bishop's Cathedral built by survivors of the great flood.The monuments of Szeged's history were collected in the Castle Museum Stone Collection.

Location: Northern Great Plain, Hajdú-Bihar Country

220 km from Budapest

Population: 205.000

The second most populous city in Hungary.Debrecen got its nickname/Calvinist Rome/ because of the cardinal role it played in the Reformation in Hungary in the 16th century.The symbol of the city is the Calvinist Church built in classicist style.It has the armchair of Lajos Kossuth as a relic.It was Lajos Kossuth who declared the end of Habsburg rule in Hungary on 14 April 1849 in Debrecen.The Town Hall is one of the town's nicest buildings and Nagyerdo also worth visiting.It is a popular green area in the town,with a thermal bath,Fun Park,zoo and an arboretum.

Location: Southern Transdanubia, Baranya Country

Population: 160.000

Description: Pécs is the country's fourth-largest town. The town was founded by the Romans at the beginning of the second century and it was called Sopianae.Nowdays this name is a hungarian cigarette brand. The 4th century 'necropolis' consisting of 16 graves was acknowledged by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2000.The first fort to defend the city was probably built in the first decades of the 11th century,using the stones of once famous ancient Roman town,Sopianae.A huge cathedral with four towers was built to replace the first church and bishop's palace grew ever larger and more ornate during the Middle Age.The southern and eastern ramparts were demolished to make way for promenades.The remaining walls,to the north,the west and some other parts,are still standing,and have been restored.The architectural monuments of the 143 years/1543-1686/ Turkish occupation,the mosques,the Turkish bath and Pasha Idris's tomb,can still be seen.Another evident of the historical struggle is the Inner City Parish Church.The famous painter Victor Vasarely was born in Pécs and a museum dedicated to him that well worth visiting..A few meters further is the Zsolnay Ceramic Factory,and the building houses some fabolous Zsolnay pieces.

Location: Western Transdanubia,Gyor-Moson-Sopron Country

Population: 56.000

Description: The town lies near the Austrian border,sorrounded by vineyards and Lovér Hills.Its enchanting architecture,beautiful surroundings and subalpine climate make it „must see”.It was awarded the Europe Nostra prize in 1975.

The 61-meter-high Fire Tower at Main Square is the symbol of the city,offers a wonderful panoramic view and houses exhibitions about the history of the town.The Benedictine Church also know as „Goat Church”,with its Gothic vault and baroque interior dominates Main Square. The General's House was the residence of the 17th-century mayors and military commanders.Fabricius House,one of the town's most valuable monuments,is 300 years older.The street and sqare system surrounding the downtown is very inviting.Maria Column is beautiful monument in the Castle District and Zettl-Langer collection has a special atmosphere.One of the town's most valuable monuments is the Holy Spirit Church wich is a Gothic masterpiece from the turn of 15th century.The 17th century Eszterházy Palace holds The Museum of Forestry,Surveying and the Timber Industry. The Mediaeval Chapter Hall a monument of matchless value from the 13th century,its rich ornamentation,sculptures and paintings unique in Hungary.Exhibitions of urban history,ethnography and fine art can be found at the Liszt Ferenc Museum.

Location: Northern Hungary, Heves Country

Population: 62.000

Description: Eger is one of the most beautiful baroque towns in Hungary. It is the home of the famous and delisicious Egri Bikavér /Eger Bull's Blood/ wine. Beside the excellent red and white wine Eger is known as the place where István Dobó and his small troop in 1552 resisted the Turkish Army for more than a month.”The Stars of Eger” written by Géza Gárdonyi is about the town of patriotism.