Northern Great Plain
The Great Northern Plain boasts cultural values, curative waters, varied landscapes, and natural assets worthy of inclusion as World Heritage Sites. The region encompasses the counties of Hajdú-Bihar, Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg and Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok.
The region has something to
offer everyone: those planning a family holiday, those interested in
architectural heritage, local traditions and gastronomy, even those
looking for contemporary music, theatre or fine arts.
Travelling from west to east
we find a series of smaller regions within the region that have managed
to preserve the characteristic appearance of the Northern Great Plain
even today. Such places are the Jászság, Tiszazug, Nagykunság, Hortobágy, Hajdúság and the areas of Berettyó and Nyírség, the plains of Szatmár and Bereg, along with Rétköz
and the Nyír-Mezőség. These areas provide visitors with a wide range of
both natural beauty and folk traditions characteristic of the
individual landscapes here.
The unique values of the
Northern Plain are riches not seen elsewhere in Hungary: wooden
belfries in the Szatmár region, bird sanctuaries along the River Tisza,
churches, places of pilgrimage, castles and palaces, historic mementoes.
Szigligeti Theatre in Szolnok
Known as the 'Calvinist Rome', Debrecen is perhaps the most frequently visited of the three county seats. However, Szolnok and Nyíregyháza have their own share of sites and attractions.
The spa centres offer fun and relaxation, as well as natural approaches to healing: Hajdúszoboszló,
Debrecen, Nyíregyháza, as well as the numerous smaller settlements with
an active resort life in and around the natural mineral springs. Areas
by rivers and lakes are excellent destinations for nature lovers and
for those who can't get enough of water and water sports.
The Hortobágy offers unique sights both as a national park and as part of the World Heritage.
Additionally, several nature reserves protect the area's natural assets
where traditionally built homes provide an opportunity for rural
and eco-tourism.
Travel destinations in Northern Great Plain
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| Region: | Northern Great Plain |
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