Over the years many cities have been twinned with Debrecen. In some sense twinning implies that Debrecen has many things in common with these other cities, but there are also many differences, in the exchange of twinning both similarities and the differences are celebrated.
Over the years many cities have been twinned with Debrecen. In some sense twinning implies that Debrecen has many things in common with these other cities, but there are also many differences, in the exchange of twinning both similarities and the differences are celebrated.
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While Budapest takes the limelight for attractions as a capital city, Debrecen takes the crown for Romanic getaways in Hungary. Away from the noise, hustle and bustle, it’s the ideal environment for romance to bloom in any season.
While Budapest takes the limelight for attractions as a capital city, Debrecen takes the crown for Romanic getaways in Hungary. Away from the noise, hustle and bustle, it’s the ideal environment for romance to bloom in any season.
Plan your next romantic getaway to Debrecen, to the surroundings of the great forest, with wellness programs aplenty. Be at one with nature, peaceful, beautiful and relaxing, and treat your loved ones as they deserve.
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This time Dr. Sándor Gergely Nagy, the manager of the Nagyerdei Cultural Park, answered our questions.
This year has been a difficult one, especially now that theaters, cinemas, museums and restaurants are closed, events are cancelled or postponed and curfews are making it difficult for us to move around. We look forward to moving out of home once again next year and traveling for a long weekend domestically or for a small foreign vacation. Until then, all we can to do is appreciate what we have and tour at home, – explore our own city, Debrecen, with a slightly different eye and while abiding by social distancing rules.
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One of the best ways to get to know a city and its people is through its culture and history. Sculptures and statues are markers of significant moments and people throughout history. Read on to learn about Debrecen’s statues.
One of the best ways to get to know a city and its people is through its culture and history. Sculptures and statues are markers of significant moments and people throughout history.
Debrecen has many statues that can act as your guide through the cities history. The places and statues below are a good place to start.
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On the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 20th, after lighting the fourth candle of the Advent wreath and the festive greetings, another festive program awaits you on the Advent Facebook page in Debrecen.
On the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 20th, after lighting the fourth candle of the Advent wreath and the festive greetings, another festive program awaits you on the Advent Facebook page in Debrecen.
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It’s only a few days and it’s Christmas. The Savaria Baroque Orchestra and the Kodály Choir in Debrecen will help those interested to tune in with uplifting classical music for the upcoming holidays.
It’s only a few days and it’s Christmas. The Savaria Baroque Orchestra and the Kodály Choir in Debrecen will help those interested to tune in with uplifting classical music for the upcoming holidays.
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Have you already purchased Christmas presents? If you haven’t, you can surprise your loved ones with one of these great gift ideas, straight from Debrecen.
Have you already purchased Christmas presents? If you haven’t, you can surprise your loved ones with one of these great gift ideas, straight from Debrecen.
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The preparation for this year’s Advent has been different from previous years due to the pandemic situation, the streets, and squares, once full of people are empty, and instead of the pulsating city life and buzz, this year silence is the dominating feature in Debrecen.
The preparation for this year’s Advent has been different from previous years due to the pandemic situation, the streets, and squares, once full of people are empty, and instead of the pulsating city life and buzz, this year silence is the dominating feature in Debrecen.
However, this does not mean that we have to give up experiencing joy, hope and gratitude, only this time we must do so in a different ways.
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Below are 6 great walks that can be completed in about an hour or so, depending on whether you get side tracked by the great restaurants listed, all of which have outdoor seating if you can stand the cold long enough for a hot drink or snack.
COVID-19 and the need for social distancing has placed greater importance on isolation and entertaining oneself indoors with familiar faces, and yet, with winter inactivity it is important to push yourself to be active and outdoors as much as possible despite the cold. Below are 6 great walks that can be completed in about an hour or so, depending on whether you get side tracked by the great restaurants listed, all of which have outdoor seating if you can stand the cold long enough for a hot drink or snack.
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On August 19, 1989, a symbolic picnic to promote European Unity on the Austria-Hungarian border (at Sopron) became known as the event that led to the fall of the Iron Curtain, forever recorded as one of history’s great moments. Much of the planning of this event took place in Debrecen by Mária Filep and her co-organisers.
On August 19, 1989, a symbolic picnic to promote European Unity on the Austria-Hungarian border (at Sopron) became known as the event that led to the fall of the Iron Curtain, forever recorded as one of history’s great moments. Much of the planning of this event took place in Debrecen by Mária Filep and her co-organisers.
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This time Zsuzsanna Szerdi, the hotel manager of Hotel Lycium **** Debrecen, answered our questions.
This year has been a difficult year, especially now that theaters, cinemas, museums and restaurants have closed, events cancelled or postponed and curfews are making it difficult for us to move around.
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“A box of love and cooperation for Debrecen – Give more” – A help the needy donation point, was handed over on December 3rd at the main entrance of the Kölcsey Center.
“A box of love and cooperation for Debrecen – Give more” – A help the needy donation point, was handed over on December 3rd at the main entrance of the Kölcsey Center.
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Join the concert of the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra and Dániel Somogyi-Tóth online, live from the Great Hall of the Kölcsey Center at 7.30 PM on 8th December.
Join the concert of the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra and Dániel Somogyi-Tóth online, live from the Great Hall of the Kölcsey Center at 7.30 PM on 8th December.
Music lovers can listen to all the great classical music written in D major.
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