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Date of establishment: 1214 Population: 214,000 Mayor: Laszlo Papp Official city website: https://www.debrecen.hu/en The city partnership agreement was signed on August 8, 1989. |
Debrecen is the pearl of eastern Hungary, the second-largest city in the country after Budapest, located near the Romanian border. With a population of about 214,000, Debrecen, which has held city rights since 1214, is known as an important balneological resort.
Debrecen is proud to have Hungary's largest university, offering more than 100 study programs, as well as the Institutes of Atomic Research and Solar Physics. The city has a diverse industrial base, including machinery and metal, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, garment, furniture, and leather industries.
Cultural life in Debrecen revolves mostly around Kossuth Square, where the impressive Great Reformed Church stands. You can visit the 475-year-old Reformed College and explore the city’s academic heritage. The Déri Museum features a remarkable eclectic collection of art and natural sciences. Additionally, just half an hour from the city center, you can find the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hortobágy National Park, inviting you to immerse yourself in Hungary's stunning natural landscape.
