Budapest – The Cultural and Political Hub of Hungary

Budapest is the cultural, industrial, commercial and political center of Hungary. It was formed with the unification of Buda and Pest, located on right and left bank of the Danube River respectively. The city has numerous historic landmarks and places of interest to keep the visitors captivated.

History of Budapest:
Buda was captured in 1541 by the Turks until 1686 when they were finally thrown out of power. The late 19th century in the history of Budapest is termed as the “Golden Age” as the city witnessed a flourishing economy and massive construction that gave it a metropolis look. However, this golden period abruptly ended in the 20th century after the two World Wars.

Popular Places and Attractions:
Interestingly, Budapest is one of the few tourist attractions that have a number of records in its name. The city is home to the largest medicinal bath of Europe (Szechenyi Medicinal Bath), largest synagogue of Europe (Dohany Street Synagogue) and the third largest Parliament building in the world.

Apart from the above, there are other attractions in Budapest that will make your visit truly special and memorable. Take for instance the Saint Stephen Basilica which was built in classical style between 1851 and 1905. Another magnificent church in the city is Matthias Church. Hungarian National Museum, Museum of Fine Arts and National Gallery are a few of the many destinations that will engulf history lovers.

Other popular tourist attractions that are worth a visit in Budapest are Gellert Bath, House of Terror Museum, Rudas Thermal Bath, Budapest Zoo, Statue Park, Vajdahunyad Castle, Aquincum, etc.

Getting Around in Budapest:
Boasting of having one of the best public transport systems, Budapest is well connected with buses, trams, the underground (Metro) and trolley-buses that operate from 04:30 to 23:00 a good guide for hassle free travel is to have some small notes and coins handy to pay for your journey.

Places of Entertainment:
Hungarian State Opera House is the right destination if you are looking for an evening full of entertainment in Budapest. The building also displays the exquisite architectural skills of the Hungarians. Other places of thriving nightlife are Capella Café, Zold Pardon, Nothin’ but the Blues Pub, Szimpla Kert, Henri Belgian Brasserie, Szoda Bar, etc.

One can have fine dining experience at Arany Szarvas, Fortuna, Gerbeaud Café, Karpatia, Biarritz, etc in Budapest. Shopping malls such as West End City Center, Arkad, Polus Center, Campona, MOM Park, Duna Plaza, Lurdy Haz, etc are nothing short of being a shopper’s paradise.

Accommodation Options:
When it comes to accommodation, there are endless options for the tourists visiting Budapest. One can have a memorable stay in one of the Hungarian budget hotels, youth hostels, bed & breakfast, motels, inns, guesthouse and private apartments that are equipped with latest facilities.

Historic monuments, architectural wonders, rich history and culture make Budapest an ideal destination to begin your discovery of Hungary.

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