Mohacs, Hungary

Today Avalon stopped at the town of Mohács. Our excursion took us to the city of Pécs, known as Hungary’s Cultural Pearl for its many festivals and vibrant arts scene. It’s also a major university center.

We visited Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral, where we were treated to a magnificent organ concert — the instrument has over 6,000 pipes and the sound was truly breathtaking.

Next, we toured Cella Septichora, an archaeological site featuring the remains of early Christian burial chambers. From there, we continued to the city’s main square, highlighted by the Trinity Column and surrounded by beautiful Baroque buildings.

The 45-minute drive each way offered lovely views of the Hungarian countryside — a perfect backdrop to a day filled with history and culture.

The afternoon was spent sailing towards BudapestRead more