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Historical illustration showing the entrance of the Hungarians into the Carpathian basin from an old manuscript.

Who Are the Hungarians?

The Hungarians, also called Magyars, are a special group of people from Hungary. They share a unique language, culture, and history. Their language is different from many others in Europe because it belongs to the Uralic language family, which also includes languages like the Khanty and Mansi.

Where Do They Live?

Most Hungarians live in Hungary, a beautiful country in Central Europe. But you can also find Hungarians in many other places. Some live in nearby countries like Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia, and Austria. There are also big communities in faraway places such as the United States, Canada, Germany, and Australia. These people are part of the Hungarian diaspora and work hard to keep their traditions alive.

Interesting Facts

Hungarians have a rich culture with colorful folk costumes, lively dances like the Csárdás, and important symbols such as the mythical bird Turul. They love the wide-open plains called the Puszta, where they have many fun traditions. Even though their language is special, Hungarians have made many contributions to the world and are proud of their unique heritage.

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A historical map showing the migration routes of the Hungarians, helping us learn about their past.
Historical map showing Hungarian military campaigns during the Middle Ages.
A historical map showing estimated ethnic groups in the Kingdom of Hungary in the year 1495, based on research by Hungarian scholars.
A historical map showing different ethnic groups in the Kingdom of Hungary in the year 1784.
A colorful 1822 painting showing traditional Hungarian folk clothing made from fur.
A historical illustration showing traditional Hungarian clothing from the year 1900, featuring fur garments and cultural attire.
A chart showing the number of Magyars (Hungarian people) from the year 900 to 1980.
A historical map showing the distribution of Hungarian and other ethnic groups in Hungary around the year 1890.
A historical map showing the territorial changes of Hungary after the Treaty of Trianon in 1920.
A chart showing the genetic makeup of Uralic-speaking populations around the world.
A chart showing the numbers of the Hungarian minority in Romania based on recent census data.
Map showing where Hungarian communities live in Vojvodina, Serbia (2002 data)
A colorful map showing the different languages spoken across Slovakia.
Map showing the proposed origins of different Hungarian groups according to historical research.

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