August 20 national holiday celebrated across Hungary
Countless traditions and celebrations are observed annually on the saint’s feast day in Hungarian communities throughout the Carpathian Basin.
Countless traditions and celebrations are observed annually on the saint’s feast day in Hungarian communities throughout the Carpathian Basin.
“On this day we commemorate a history of over 1,000 years, which is worth celebrating with several days of festivities,” Zoltán Kovács said.
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Government Spokesperson Zoltán Kovács said the three-day weekend will last from Saturday, August 18th through Monday, August 20th