The 2nd largest synagogue in the world
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
The Great Synagogue of Budapest is the second-largest in the world, after the one in New York, which was actually built having as a model Budapest’s synagogue.
It serves as the place of worship forMeer informatie
🎭 Budapest Opera House
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C
The Budapest Opera House is the national opera theater and is an exaple of Neo-Renaissance architecture. It was completed in 1884 and can host more than 1000 spectators.
The Basilica of Saint Stephen at sunset
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The Basilica of Saint Stephen at sunset, illuminated by golden and orange hues.
Wandering through the central streets
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C
Strolling through the streets of the city center, looking at the various shops on the Fashion Street, and enjoying the magic atmosphere of the center of this old and fascinating city.
The Bronze Statues of Budapest
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
Budapest is filled with bronze statues that tell the city's history, culture, and legends.
Some of the most iconic ones includes:
- The Little Princess (1st pic) representin the daughter of theMeer informatie
A city full of Italian tourists!
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
Also due to the All Saints' holiday, the city was full of tourists, many of them Italian or Spanish.
A great opportunity to randomly meet a close friend who lives in my hometown.
The Parliament: The most famous monument
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
The Hungarian Parliament is the most iconic building in Budapest and one of the most stunning parliamentary buildings in the world. Located along the Danube, it impresses with its neo-GothicMeer informatie
Danube River cruise at night
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ 🌙 10 °C
One of Budapest’s main attractions is the Danube River cruise, especially at sunset or in the evening.
The view of the illuminated Parliament from the river is absolutely breathtaking. It was veryMeer informatie
🍽️ The most famous dish: Goulash.
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ 🌙 9 °C
Goulash, together with Kürtös, is the most famous Hungarian dish. Invented in Hungary, it became very popular in other cuisines such as German, Austrian, Slovak, and even Northern Italian.
It is aMeer informatie
Disco and music in the McDonald's
2 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C
The McDonald's at Nyugati turns into a sort of nightclub in the evening, with a DJ set, music, and lights.
However, we were a bit disappointed compared to the descriptions and videos circulatingMeer informatie
The parties never ends in Budapest!
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C
The city, especially on weekends, is very lively and full of students, locals, and tourists crowding the streets of Pest and the Jewish Quarter.
On Saturday night, we went to Instant Fogas a clubMeer informatie
🍽️ An after-party gyros to recharge🪫
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☁️ 7 °C
After a night of dancing, walking, or drinking, many tourists and locals stop at various the Greek food stalls present in the main streets of the center to have a gyros and regain energy. The manyMeer informatie
🍽️ A brunch at Cirkusz Cafe
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
Cirkusz Café is one of the most famous breakfast and brunch spots in Budapest. We had to wait in line for 15 minutes to get in (it was monday, but on weekends the wait is much longer!).
A fantasticMeer informatie
🚇 The second oldest metro in the world
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ⛅ 11 °C
The Budapest Metro is the second oldest in the world, after London's.
It was built in 1896 (three years after London’s and eight years before New York's).
Today, Line M1 is a UNESCO WorldMeer informatie
🛀 A bit of relax: the thermal baths!
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ⛅ 11 °C
Budapest is known for its historic thermal baths, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and tradition. The most popular are the Széchenyi Thermal Bath and the Gellért Thermal Bath.
We went to theMeer informatie
Vajdahunyad Castle in Városliget park
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ 🌙 8 °C
In the public park of Városliget, you can find Vajdahunyad Castle, which was built inspired by the Corvin Castle in Transylvania.
Today, it houses the Hungarian Museum of Agriculture.
🍽️ The famous chimney cake (or kurtos)
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ 🌙 7 °C
The kurtos, also known as chimney cake, is a traditional Hungarian pastry made from a sweet circular dough. The dough is then coated with sugar, and baked over an open flame until golden andMeer informatie
Another statue: life-size Ronald Reagan
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ 🌙 5 °C
The life-size statue of Ronald Reagan is located in Liberty Square and was built in 2011 as a tribute and token of gratitude for his contribution to the collapse of the Soviet bloc during the ColdMeer informatie
🍽️ Csülök: the slow cooked pork knuckle
3 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ 🌙 4 °C
The Hungarian pork knuckle (Csülök) is a slow-cooked pork knuckle that becomes tender and juicy, often served with sauerkraut, roasted potatoes, or mashed potatoes.
It can be prepared in variousMeer informatie
☕ The most beautiful café in the world
4 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ☀️ 9 °C
The New York Café is considered the most beautiful café in the world due to its stunning Baroque-style interior and luxurious decorations.
It’s like taking a leap back into the Austro-HungarianMeer informatie
It's time to go back!
4 november 2024, Hongarije ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
The holidays are over, and it's time to return to Luxembourg.
Flying with WizzAir (Hungary's flag carrier), and for the first time landing in Brussels Zaventem!
