Lajos Páll

Outstanding Artist of the Republic of Hungary

One of the most prestigious Hungarian state awards for the arts. The recipient is entitled to use the title “Outstanding Artist of Hungary” (short: “Outstanding Artist”). Only those who already hold the Meritorious Artist award and have held it for at least five years are eligible.

Gold Cross of Merit of the Republic of Hungary

Meritorious Artist of the Republic of Hungary

State award for artists who have long created outstanding artistic achievements in Hungarian national culture and in the fields of theatre, music, dance, circus arts, film, fine arts, photography, and applied arts, and who have already received an art award granted by the minister responsible for culture. The recipient is entitled to use the title “Meritorious Artist of Hungary” (short: “Meritorious Artist”).

Pro Cultura Hungarica Award

Award granted to foreign citizens who have made invaluable contributions to promoting and disseminating Hungarian cultural values abroad and enriching cultural relations between Hungary and other nations.

1956 Commemorative Medal

Awarded by the President of the Republic of Hungary in recognition of merits earned in the service of the nation and the defense of the homeland's freedom during the Hungarian Revolution and War of Independence of October 1956.