Hungary is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. It has a total land area of 93,033 square kilometers and shares borders with several countries. Some of Hungary's most notable geographical features include Balaton Lake, the largest lake in Central Europe, and the Danube River, which flows through the country. Hungary has a long and rich history dating back to the 9th century AD and was once part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Some famous Hungarians include Albert Szentgyörgyi who discovered vitamin C and Ernő Rubik, the inventor of the Rubik's Cube puzzle. Budapest is the capital and largest city, known for its cultural attractions like museums, theaters and Heroes' Square