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Across the country, Hungarians have come together to remember their historic struggle for independence. The capital Budapest hosted some of the most spectacular events with thousands of visitors from home and abroad attending the festivities.
A historic ensemble dressed in hussar uniforms in front of the National Museum in Budapest.
Minister of Culture János Csák delivers his address at the steps of the National Museum.
Hungarian Hussars lining up the National Museum.
Horse mounted Hussars marching through central Budapest.
President Katalin Novák and László Kövér, speaker of the national assembly, watch the festive procession.
President Katalin Novák in front of the Parliament building.
President Katalin Novák inspects the guard of honor.
Soldiers raise the national flag in front of the Parliament.
Soldiers raise the national flag in front of the Parliament.
Celebrations in the Chateau Klebersberg in Pesthidegkút.
Open day in the National Assembly.
Wreath laying in the town of Veszprém.
Hoisting the national flag in Eger Castle.
Historic reenaction in Eger Castle
Marching in historic uniforms in the Buda Castle
Programs for children in the National Museum.
Veterinary director János Déri releases a stork marked with a detachable national ribbon at the Hortobágy Bird Park.
Veterinary director János Déri releases a stork marked with a detachable national ribbon at the Hortobágy Bird Park.
Featured Photos: MTI/Mónus Márton, Balogh Zoltán, Czeglédi Zsolt, Vasvári Tamás, Kovács Tamás, Komka Péter, Hungary Today