2023 BLAZING IN BUDAPEST
1952 and the Rákóczi Bridge completed in 1995.
Széchenyi Medicinal Bath, Europe’s largest.
THE DANUBE PROMENADE This is one of the best places for views of the city’s unforgeable architecture. It’s also a place of reflecon at the Danube Bank memorial. Witness 60 pairs of realisc steel sculpted shoes that memorialize Jews shot here by the Nazis, a reminder of atrocies suffered by Hungary during World War II. You can also see the city on a boat cruise along the Danube, as many tourist excursions leave regularly from either side – or take a scenic ride on the number 2 tram along the eastern bank of the river. SHOPPING Budapest is a shopper’s haven, offering everything from tradional fare and food at the old Central Market Hall (located just across the Freedom Bridge from the Gellért Spa) to Vaci Street, known for its luxury bouques and famous brands. Built in 1897, the market is the largest and oldest in Budapest, covering more than 10,000 square meters and known for its wealth of fresh produce and other products sold throughout the different levels. Vaci Street is a pedestrian thoroughfare, allowing convenient strolling and browsing. THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS This is Budapest’s most important art gallery, with one of the largest collecons of European Old Masters on the connent. There is an impressive array of Italian, Spanish, and Dutch artworks in the long halls, including the Renaissance Hall. Founded in 1870, the museum has six outstanding secons: Egypan, Ancient, Old Sculpture Gallery, Old Painter Gallery, Modern Collecon, and a Graphics Collecon. STATE OPERA HOUSE Home to the 1,300‐seat Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra and the Hungarian Naonal Ballet, the imposing 1884 building is a must‐see and commands a central role in the cultural life of the city. As with other Budapest land marks, the this is worth it for its artwork and sculptures alone.
Zoo & Botanical Gardens.Established in 1866, the park is home to over 1,070 different animals, and is conveniently located in the heart of the city, around the corner from the Museum of Fine Arts. In addion to animal‐feeding opportunies, the zoo offers regular evening concerts.
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BUDAPEST ZOO One of the world’s oldest operaonal zoos, Budapest
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