Pecs History
This ancient civilization founded Pécs at the beginning of the 2nd century A.D.
Who are the Romans?
This Hungarian king established the Christian Kingdom of Hungary around the year 1000 AD
What is King Stephen I?
During the early kingdom period (1000–1500s), Hungary’s economy relied mainly on this activity involving farming and land ownership.
What is agriculture?
This leader founded the Ottoman Empire in 1299.
Who is Osman I
In 1367, this Hungarian king established the first university in Pécs.
Who is King Louis the Great
This empire occupied and divided Hungary during the 1500s.
What is the Ottoman Empire?
Between 1700s and 1918, Hungary experienced modernization through railroads, manufacturing, and urban growth under this empire’s rule.
What is the Habsburg Empire
This major battle in 1526 helped the Ottomans gain control over parts of Hungary.
What is the Battle of Mohács?
This queen granted Pécs the title of a free royal city in 1780.
Who is Maria Theresa?
After Ottoman rule, Hungary became part of this empire with strong Austrian influence.
What is the Habsburg Empire?
During Ottoman rule (1500s–1700s), Hungary’s economic development slowed because these systems connecting commerce became weaker.
What are trade networks?
By 1566, approximately this percentage of Hungary was under Ottoman control.
What is 40%?
From 1543 to 1686, Pécs was occupied by this empire.
What is the Ottoman Empire?
This city grew into a major European cultural and economic center during the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
What is Budapest?
This 1920 treaty caused Hungary to lose territory, resources, and markets, leading to economic instability.
What is the Treaty of Trianon?
Ottoman influence in Hungary can still be seen today through these architectural features
What are Ottoman thermal baths
After the 1848–1849 War of Independence, Pécs became known for this industry that helped make it a major industrial center.
What is mining?
This empire (1867–1918) brought economic growth and helped make Budapest a major European city.
What is the Austro-Hungarian Empire?
From 1949–1989, Hungary operated under this type of economy with centralized planning and state ownership.
What is a communist planned economy?
This mosque located in Pécs is a well-known example of Ottoman religious architecture in Hungary.
What is the Mosque of Pasha Qasim?