August 20th commemorates the founding of the Hungarian state in the year 1000.  An astounding legacy older than most modern nations.  Celebrated as St. Stephen’s Day, it honors the first king who laid the spiritual and political foundations of Hungary.

From the banks of the Danube to the spires of Budapest, Hungary stands tall with history and cultural splendor.  It is a nation of thinkers, artists, and innovators who have weathered centuries of change with resolve.  This national holiday is not just about sovereignty, it is about identity.  It reminds Hungarians that their roots run deep and their contributions matter. August 20th is a celebration of origin and endurance while paying tribute to a nation whose past shapes a dynamic and determined present.