PHOTOS: Millenia-old charter with the oldest Hungarian text has been relocated

The transfer of the ancient document was carried out with special care. The Pannonhalma Archabbey, where the Founding charter of the Abbey of Tihany was kept until now, hired a specialised security company for the procedure. You can have a look at the important relic in the Abbey of Tihany until 31 August.

According to Múlt-kor, the founding charter dates back to 1055 and contains the first written Hungarian words. It was kept in the Pannonhalma Archabbey for 500 years. The pages were written on parchment, so they need special protection. It is not only a symbol for the Benedictine monk community of Tihany but also for the entire Hungarian nation.

In a statement, the abbey expressed its commitment to present the history of the charter, the monastery, the abbey’s estates, its people and their colourful artwork to the wider public during the summer. Needless to say, the charter will serve as the centrepiece of the interactive exhibition, which is now open to visitors. The artefact was installed in a separate room, displayed in an artfully designed case, which is equipped with special lighting.