Popular Destinations in Hungary
Budapest
Budapest is the capital of Hungary and among the top travel destinations in
Eastern Europe. The river Danube flows between the city and dissects the
hilly Buda side from the flatter Pest. Known for its sweeping views over
the Danube, Budapest is a gem in terms of architectural beauty with many
neo-classical, art-nouveau, baroque and eclectic buildings lining its
streets. The Hungarian Parliament Building and the Szechenyi Chain Bridge
are emblematic of the city of Budapest. The city has a rich past and the
Turkish influence of the Ottoman Empire is reflected in the city’s exotic
thermal baths. Gellert Baths and Szechenyi Baths are the most popular
historic baths in Budapest. To acquaint oneself with the city’s Jewish
heritage, visitors can explore the Jewish district where they will come
across Synagogues, Kosher restaurants, and, Jewish history museums. The
area is concentrated with many Ruin Pubs which are native to Budapest and
extremely popular among tourists. There are umpteen monuments, museums, and
landmarks spread all over Budapest for visitors to explore such as
Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Hosok Tere
Square, Hungarian State Opera House, Great Market Hall, Shoes on the
Danube, Vajdahunyad Castle, Ethnographic Museum, Hungarian National
Gallery, and Hungarian National Museum.
Eger
Located in northern Hungary, Eger is famed for its elegant Baroque
buildings. The city is home to several ornate churches and some of the best
thermal spas in the country. Eger is a hidden gem which is far from the
tourist crowds. The city is overlooked by one of the most important
medieval castles in Hungary, Eger Castle, which offers sweeping views of
Eger. For history enthusiasts who like to dig deep, Eger has multiple
remnants of its bloody Ottoman occupation including the Minaret and the
Turkish Spa. Eger has many interesting museums, such as Astronomical Museum
and Camera Obscura, Memorial Museum of Geza Gardonyi, and Dobo Istvan War
Museum. Other notable landmarks in Eger include County Hall, Cathedral
Basilica of St. John the Apostle, Church of Anthony of Padua, Archbishop's
Garden, De La Motte Castle Noszvaj, Dobo Istvan Square, and Minorite
Church. Towards Eger’s western edge, the Valley of the Beautiful Woman
offers an array of vineyards and wine cellars. They are famous for
producing Hungary’s red wine, Bikaver, also known as ‘Bull’s Blood’ because
of its deep color.
Keszthely
Keszthely is located on the western shore of Lake Balaton. The largest city
by the lake and among the most important economic, cultural, and
educational hubs in the region. Due to its favorable location and
accessibility by both rail and road, Keszthely is a preferred holiday
destination. Settled since Roman times, Keszthely is a former market town.
Major attractions here include Zalaszantoi Sztupa, Town Hall, Rezi Castle,
Synagogue, Goldmark House, Simon House, Holy Trinity Square, Our Lady of
Hungary Parish Church, Former Franciscan Monastery, and Little Saint
Therese Basilica and Monastery.