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20 August is the national holiday in Hungary, the day of the state-founder and first king of the country Stephan the Saint (Szent István). He was sainted on 20 August 1083, hence the tradition to have this celebration.…
07 Oct 2012
The wreck of the Franz Josef (Szabadság) bridge during WWII.Source: Committee for the Protection of Historic Monuments
Below is the photo of Szabadság Bridge…
Below is the photo of Szabadság Bridge…07 Oct 2012
A view of Erzsebét Bridge from the statue of St. Gellért.
Photo: Zoltan SeiderSource: Museum of Hungarian Architecture
Below is the photo of Erzsebét Bridge…
Below is the photo of Erzsebét Bridge…07 Oct 2012
ParaStamp
Four Decades of Artistamps, from Fluxus to the Internet
Approximately five hundred sheets of artistamps made by two hundred fifty artists from twenty-five countries.
Till 24 June…07 Oct 2012
This year the legendary Sziget Festival is held from August 8 to 15 in the same venue - Óbudai Island.
With the 9 stages the program is extensive and has such stars as Pink, The Chemical Brothers, Madness…07 Oct 2012
The cave was discovered in 1904 during quarrying works, and today more than 19 kilometers of the cave have been revealed. Pál-völgyi Cave is the second longest cave in Hungary.…
07 Oct 2012
Kunk, the monthly indie/electro/bad pop party, is straying slightly from typical form for its February edition. On Saturday, February 16 at Trafo Bar, the spotlight is shifted onto Budapest-…07 Oct 2012
Cinetrip parties that were very popular amongst locals and knowing tourists in the end of the 90’s are back.
Held in the traditional bath house these parties offer quite an…07 Oct 2012
Here is our selection of design shops around Váci and Ráday streets where you can find some unusual souvenirs and special pieces created by Hungarian designers.
Manu Art
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The major event of August is undoubtedly Sziget Festival to be held from August 13 to 17 – the music festival that also features dance, theater, fashion and many other types of art created by…07 Oct 2012
Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden located in Budapest city park Városliget (XIV. Állatkerti krt. 6-12) boasts vast collection of animal and plant species.
It is a neat and pleasant park with a petting zoo, and…07 Oct 2012
Christmas Fair on Vörösmarty Square is one of the most attractive Christmas destinations in Budapest. This is a place for you to choose some special gifts among many handcrafted items – from teddy…07 Oct 2012