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 History of the Bible |
Raday utca, 28 District IX Budapest 1092 Hungary +36 1 217 6321 |
This museum contains a large collection of bibles in various languages. It traces the history of the bible through archaeological and other major discoveries. There is also a collection of Hungarian bibles, in which written Hungarian was used for the first time. The museum is also of interest to calligraphers, as the bibles are mainly hand-written and illustrated (and illuminated). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crime paraphernalia |
Mosonyi utca, 7 District VIII Budapest 1087 Hungary +36 1 313 8633 |
This rather bizarre museum is nonetheless quite interesting. It houses an extensive collection of police uniforms and badges as well as other paraphernalia from the world of law enforcement. However, the main attraction is the authentic evidence (in the form of photos and other materials) from famous Hungarian crimes of the past. Test your detective skills! Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flags of the world |
Jozsef korut, 68 District VIII Budapest 1088 Hungary +36 1 334 0159 |
Whenever a visiting leader comes to Budapest and brings a flag, it ends up in this museum. The walls are covered with official state flags, some of which don't exist anymore, or have been considerably altered. History and geography buffs will enjoy the almost impossible challenge of identifying what country each flag is from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Heart of the Jewish quarter |
Gozsdu Udvar, Dob utca, 16/ Kiraly utca, 15 District VII Budapest 1074 Hungary |
Here, there are seven courtyards between two streets, and before the war, they were buzzing with small shops and people plying every imaginable trade. The area is located just behind the Great Synagogue and was once the center of Jewish life (which was largely unrestricted during the war). Take the opportunity to visit it while you can as it is a very evocative area, now sadly threatened by redevelopment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stunning architecture |
Dohany utca, 2-8 (District VII) Budapest 1074 Hungary +36 1 342 1335 |
Second in size only to the one in New York, this amazing Byzantine-Moorish structure is situated on the edge of the Old Ghetto. Restored and re-inaugurated in the presence of famous Jews such as Yitzhak Rabin and Tony Curtis, this is the ideal place to begin visiting the historic Jewish area of Budapest. Enjoy the history and grandeur. Admission: HUF600. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of the nation |
Muzeum korut, 14-16 (District VIII) Budapest 1088 Hungary +36 1 338 2122 http://www.museum.hu |
This museum's architecture alone warrants a stop, but it also played a major role in Hungary's history: Petofi recited his famous 'national song' from the steps here in 1848; there is a plaque to commemorate this famous event. The inside of the museum is also stunning, with lavish use of marble and ceremonial architecture. The displays give a thorough account of the history of the Hungarian nation. Admission is HUF400, making this one of the most expensive museums in the city, but it's well worth it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traces origins of Hungarian civilisation |
Ludovika ter, 2 District VIII Budapest 1083 Hungary +36 1 333 0655 http://www.nhmus.hu/ |
This building is made up of two architectural styles: a neo-classical façade and a modern, spacious interior. It used to be a riding school for the military academy but was recently converted for use as a museum. Exhibits depict the history of mankind in general but also specifically of the Carpathian basin. Children of all ages will love it, especially the life-size model of a woolly mammoth. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Catholic mass in English |
Maria utca, 25 Lorinc Pap ter, District VIII Budapest 1088 Hungary +36 1 200 8054 / +36 1 200 9479 / +36 1 200 8054 |
This church holds mass in English on Saturday evenings at 5pm. The priests are Fr. Laszlo Marosfalvy, S.J. and Fr. John Adams, S.J. The service is friendly and conducted in regular Catholic fashion. It is an excellent place for Catholics to meet and join the local community. The location, in the eigth district, is just outside the center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eastern railway station |
Baross ter District VIII Budapest 1087 Hungary +36 1 313 6835 |
Keleti Station stands out in the midst of a decidedly down market area. It was built in 1884 and is the second oldest of Budapest's train stations, after Nyugati. It was designed by Gyula Rochlitz and Janos Feketehazy. It has recently been renovated and its iron gates are magnificent. Trains to Vienna and the West leave from here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arts and crafts in spectacular setting |
Ulloi ut 33-37 district IX Budapest 1091 Hungary +36 1 217 5222 |
This spectacular building (designed by Lechner) caused much controversy when it opened. Today it is generally considered a masterpiece, although it has been considerably toned down over the years. Lovers of architecture and interior design simply must visit. The displays inside are almost all temporary but there is a permanent exhibition of Hungarian arts and crafts. It is worth noting that this was only the second such museum in the world (the first being the Victoria and Albert in London). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Interesting architecture, stunning interior |
Erzsebet korut, 9-11 District VII Budapest 1073 Hungary +36 1 322 3849 |
This was once the office of an insurance company. There has been protective wooden scaffolding around it for years to protect pedestrians against falling masonry. It is an imposing building, which seems to be lying in wait for an understanding (and rich) benefactor. The interior has been fully renovated and is a riot of gold and cherubs, velvet and marble. The operators of the coffee house - once a hang-out for authors, journalists, playwrights, students and dissidents - got fed up with tourists coming in just to look around so there is now an entrance fee of a few hundred forints. As this is deductible from your bill, you may as well treat yourself to a coffee and a Danish while you are there. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Section of city's fortification |
Ferenczy Istvan utca 21 District V Budapest 1053 Hungary |
The old city of Pest attempted to protect itself by building a defensive outer wall. However, it didn't serve its purpose: the Mongols found it a very minor obstacle when they entered and burned the city to the ground, and the Turks scaled it with ease. Still, a few parts of it remain and since they are some of the only medieval ruins left in the city, they're certainly worth a look. You'll need to go through the gate at number 21 (which is a regular building) and at the back of the court you'll see a section of the wall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Interesting area for a stroll |
from Dohany utca district VII Budapest 1074 Hungary |
This area of the city is largely uncluttered by tourists. The Great Synagogue (the starting point to touring the quarter) does get quite busy but once you venture beyond it into the crumbling back streets you may well find yourself completely alone. The area has a feeling of complete authenticity and in many sections virtually nothing has changed since the closing days of the Second World War. Here and there you will see closed and abandoned synagogues, while several streets still have operational Jewish grocers and religious supply shops. The Jewish community seems to be drifting back to this section of the city. To learn more about the tragic history of the area, stop in at the museum in the Great Synagogue. Admission: Adults HUF1400; Students HUF750. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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