Cities in HUNGARYBudapestBudapest or the ‘Queen of the River’, as the city is also called because of the Danube that cuts the city in half, is located in Northern Hungary. Budapest is the capital of Hungary where modern and historical merge in a surprisingly beautiful way. The city originally consisted of three parts, Buda, Oboeda and Pest, which were combined. Initially, the city was called Pest-Buda, but later it became Budapest.
LocationBudapest has an area of 525 square kilometers and a population of 1.8 million. Hungary has Slovakia, Croatia, Austria, Ukraine, Romania, Slovenia and Serbia as neighboring countries and does not border the sea. Hungary consists of 19 provinces plus the independent capital Budapest. WeatherThe climate of Budapest is on the dividing line between a continental climate and a maritime climate, because Hungary is surrounded by land, which makes the influence of the Mediterranean Sea on the weather very small. This means that Budapest is considered one of the driest areas in Europe. In Budapest, the mercury can be high in the summer, while in the winter months it regularly dips below zero. Below are the average temperatures for Budapest per month.
HistoryMagyar nomadic tribes arrived in the Carpathian Basin in the mid-9th century AD. After a while they settled in the place where Budapest is now. In the beginning, Buda and Pest were just two small and very insignificant villages.
In the 16th century, the Turks entered Budapest. They expelled the Hungarians and destroyed the city. They ruled the city until the Habsburgs (Austrians) seized the area in 1686. When they conquered the country from the Turks, a devastating fire broke out that almost completely reduced Budapest to ashes. Under the Austrians, Budapest survived World War I. Places of interestMost of the old buildings can be found in the historic part of Budapest on the right bank of the Danube. For example, there is the so-called Casle District with many winding alleys, old buildings and various churches. An example of a church in the neighborhood is the 13th century Matthias Church, named after King Matthias Corvinus. At the time of the Turkish occupation etting the church was renamed a mosque and all Christian features were removed from the church. In the 19th century, long after the Turks left, the church was restored.
The Royal Palace, also known as Buda Castle, is a beautiful building on the castle hill. The oldest part of the current Royal Palace dates back to the 14th century and is connected to the city by a funicular (Siklo), which leads to the area around Clark Adam Square. The palace is home to an array of local treasures and works of art, within a series of museums and exhibition spaces.
Hidden under the castle hill is a veritable maze of tunnels stretching for many miles. This fascinating network consists of a number of enormous rooms, which have been used for everything from air raid shelters to storage facilities. It's a great way to cool off on a hot day, you can book guided tours, but many areas can be explored unaccompanied, so don't forget to bring a flashlight.
The Hungarian State Opera is a very ornate and important building in neo-renaissance style. It is located in the Terezváros area of ??the Pest district. The Hungarian State Opera was opened in September 1884 and is locally regarded as a masterpiece of architecture. The overarching auditorium can seat just over 1,250 people and is known for its exceptional acoustics.
For many, the excellent Roman remains in the Museum are a must-see attraction and visitors will see many open-air Roman remains and ancient treasures. TipsIn Budapest you should undoubtedly have a seat in a typical Hungarian café. Here you can enjoy authentic Hungarian cuisine. Think goulash and other traditional stews. Hungarian cuisine is generally rich in fish, meat, all kinds of vegetables, garlic and potatoes. Meal soups are also popular in Hungarian restaurants, from bean soups to fish soups.
A day of shopping in Budapest will not disappoint. Visit Váci street, the heart of the city where the best shops can be found. You will not only find clothing stores, but also many jewelers and shops selling local products such as marzipan and wines. During such a day of shopping you can taste the real atmosphere of Budapest. Last updated December 2020 Copyright: Team Landenweb |
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