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 A wooden big dipper! |
Allatkerti korut, 14/16 Vidam Park, District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 343 9810 http://www.vidampark.hu |
Expect dodgems, a fine merry-go-round and allegedly the oldest wooden big-dipper in Europe. This park is located just behind the zoo and is great fun for kids. The whole area is geared towards a great day out: besides the amusement park, you will also find two museums, a huge green space, thermal baths, the circus, and much more. It's a busy and fun place to spend a few hours, or the whole day. The easiest way to get here is on the yellow metro line, also called the Millenium Metro, which is in itself quite an attraction, as it is the oldest metro on the continent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Located in City Park |
Varosliget, Allatkerti korut 6-12 District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 273 4900 http://www.zoobudapest.com |
This zoo could do with more funds but it is slowly being done up. The main entrance is located right next to the famous Gundel restaurant, and a nice combination is to stop in there for a coffee before or after your visit. The zoo is just one part of this very entertaining part of the city. Within a few hundred meters you will also find Heroes' Square, two excellent museums, a huge park, an amusement park, thermal baths and more. The entrance is a delightful art-deco whimsy. There are elephants, giraffes, monkeys, rhinos and of course, ice cream stands. Check website for further details including admission prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lungs of the city |
Hosok tere District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 322 4098 (Tourist Information) |
The park is dominated by the Vajdahunyad Castle - originally built for the 1896 millennium celebrations - which represents every style of Hungarian architecture. In summer, there is a lake for boating, which in winter is turned into a huge and very popular skating rink. It also houses the Museum of Agriculture and a statue of George Washington. This was erected to thank America for taking in so many Hungarian immigrants in the early twentieth century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hungarian war memorial |
Top of Andrassy ut (District VI) Budapest 1062 Hungary |
This imposing square was built for the 1896 millennium celebrations. It is dominated by the Archangel Gabriel who is surrounded by seven statues representing the chiefs of the seven Magyar tribes who settled in this area (supposedly in AD 896). The large open space is dedicated to the Hungarian war memorial and attracts tourists, skateboarders and inline skaters in their dozens. Check out the recently restored art museums on either side of the square. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Wonderful collection in stunning building |
Dózsa György út 41 Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 469 7100 http://www.museum.hu/search/mu... |
This spectacular and renovated building houses a museum that's massive in scale (slightly intimidating in fact), with a wide range of exhibits. It's noted for its Spanish collection, most of which comes from the famous Count Esterhazy who picked up the pieces at bargain prices. Everything from El Greco to Goya is here. There is also an interesting display of Roman vases and artifacts (lots of huge toga-holding safety pins) as well as many other works. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dedicated to the sporting world |
Dozsa Gyorgy ut 3 district XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 252 1696 |
Budapest boasts such a wide range of museums, so why not a sports museum too? Inside you'll find a collection of film footage of famous performances, actual medals, lots of photos and other memorabilia from Hungary's sporting glory days. There is also a room dedicated to Alfred Hajos, Hungary's first-ever Olympic champion (at the first modern games in Athens in 1896). Not only did he win gold, he was also an architect and designer. A swimming pool complex is also named after him. He also personally designed another sports complex. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Geological history of Hungary |
Stefania ut 14 district XIV Budapest 1143 Hungary +36 1 267 1427 |
The building that contains these exhibits is stunning. An almost perfect example of Hungarian Art Nouveau, it has a gorgeous roof with lacy features. Inside you will find exhibits and displays detailing the geological history of the nation. There are fossils, a collection of the various minerals that have been found in Hungary and explanations of geological phenomena. Admission is HUF 150. Guides are available in English, German and Hungarian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous collector and curator |
Varosligeti fasor 12 district VI Budapest 1068 Hungary +36 1 142 3916 |
This small museum offers you the chance to visit one of the beautiful villas on this street. Unfortunately, the inside has been completely remodelled to display the personal collection of Rath Gyorgy but it's definitely worth stepping into. Rath Gyorgy was the first director of the Fine Arts museum and, like many in his day, he had a passion for Japanese and Chinese objects. These items are clearly displayed inside the building that used to be his home. Admission is HUF 160. Guides are available in English, German, Hungarian and - believe it or not- Mongolian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Massive pool and bath complex |
Allatkerti korut, 11 Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 321 0310 |
Perhaps the most popular swimming and bathing area in the city, this complex offers five mixed curative baths, four women's pools and three men's pools. The water comes from almost a kilometre underground. The open-air swimming pool is huge, and there is a wide range of activities on offer, e.g. underwater gymnastics. The roof is for sun-seekers and offers men's, women's and mixed nude sunbathing. A complete medical team is also on hand for advice and therapy. Some services are seasonal, so do phone ahead to check. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Massive sand clock |
Dosza Gyorgy ut District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary |
This is Budapest's latest landmark: it's eight meters high and doesn't actually tell the time. Instead, it is to be ceremonially turned over each New Year (at midnight of course) and the large amount of sand inside will then flow down, symbolising the relentless passing of time. It's a great idea for a new and interesting New Year tradition. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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