Vajdahunyad Castle: All is not what it seems…
Vajdahunyad Castle is the Dracula-type castle can see behind the Heroes’ Square Monument. It’s on the far side of the ice rink/boating lake. In fact, Gothic elements are one of three styles you can...
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Hungarian Bakery Stars: The Humble “Rétes”
An Introduction Coffee and “rétes” at a great little Hungarian bakery, always come with coffee on the Absolute Walking Tour, but what is rétes anyway? Well, Hungary has been hand in hand with Austria...
Elizabeth Bridge in Budapest
Introduction Elizabeth bridge (or Elisabeth Bridge) was originally built in 1897-1903, so after the Chain Bridge, Margaret Bridge and Liberty bridges. The name was in honor of Empress Elizabeth of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the...
Fisherman’s Bastion, Budapest’s Cutest Sight!
Introduction The Fisherman’s Bastion is part of the Buda Castle. It’s the set of 7 fairytale towers and connecting walls with a viewing platform above. It sits just behind the Matthias Church and offers...
Adam Clark Square – What on Earth?
Introduction to Adam Clark Square The Hungarian version of Adam Clark Square is Clark Ádám tér, and yes that really is it’s name. So how did a Hungarian square, and a fairly important and central...
The Chain Bridge (Széchenyi Lánchíd)
Introduction The Chain Bridge is a real Hungarian icon. It is the symbol of the city, and you can even see it on a 200-forint coin. You’re probably wondering why it has the name ”...
Buda Castle, Castle District or Buda Castle Hill – What’s the Difference?
Many people often mix these up, though they’re almost the same thing. Buda Castle is the name common to the Royal Palace of the Hungarian Kings at the southern end of the Castle Hill. This...
Upcoming Sport Events in Prague
Sport Events in Prague Prague is not just about sightseeing. There are several marathons throughout a year. And many people love to connect a pleasant visit to the beautiful city full of history with a good...
M1 Millenium Metro (The Yellow Metro)
Millenium Metro The M1 or Millenium or yellow metro line was the first and simplest of Budapest’s metro lines. It has just 11 stops, quite close together, so the entire route only takes about...
