The capital of Hungary is Budapest. The city was formed in 1872 when Buda, Pest, and Óbuda united.
Budapest is a cultural hub with many libraries, museums, and galleries. The Hungarian National Museum, established in 1802, has historical and archaeological exhibits. The Franz Liszt Academy of Music, which was founded in 1875, is known worldwide.
The city has grown significantly since the 1840s because people have moved from rural areas to the capital.