How well do you know Budapest?

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What is the capital and largest city of Hungary?

  • Prague
  • Warsaw
  • Budapest (correct)
  • Vienna

How many geothermal springs does Budapest have?

  • 10
  • 100
  • 80 (correct)
  • 50

Which river divides Budapest?

  • The Danube (correct)
  • The Seine
  • The Thames
  • The Rhine

What is the climate like in Budapest?

<p>Humid subtropical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most notable landmark in Budapest?

<p>The Hungarian Parliament Building (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many districts does Budapest have?

<p>23 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the economic contribution of Budapest to Hungary?

<p>39% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Budapest's innovation capability?

<p>High (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most populous religion in Budapest?

<p>Christianity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the population of Budapest estimated to be in 2019?

<p>1,763,913 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • Budapest is the capital and most populous city of Hungary.
  • It has an estimated population of 1.75 million and covers an area of 525 square kilometers.
  • Budapest is the second-largest city on the Danube river and a primate city, constituting 33% of the population of Hungary.
  • The city has a rich history dating back to the Roman town of Aquincum, and it was a global city after the unification of Buda, Óbuda, and Pest in 1873.
  • Budapest is a global city with strengths in commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and entertainment.
  • It is the headquarters of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, the European Police College, and the first foreign office of the China Investment Promotion Agency.
  • Budapest has over 40 colleges and universities, including Eötvös Loránd University, Corvinus University, and Semmelweis University.
  • The city has several notable monuments of classical architecture, including the Hungarian Parliament and the Buda Castle.
  • Budapest has around 80 geothermal springs, the largest thermal water cave system, second largest synagogue, and third largest Parliament building in the world.
  • It attracts around 12 million international tourists per year, making it a highly popular destination in Europe.

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