St. Stephen Basilica at night

Budapest-Day 3

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November 9th 2008
Today was not a good weather day. Heavy, heavy fog. Couldn't see very far in front of you. As a result, decided to kind of spend the day visiting some random sites and just wandering. Went and walked along Vacci Street and Fashion Street which are the big pedestrian only shopping areas. Lots of little shops selling variety of Hungarian items as well as typical tourist stuff. Fashion Street ... read more

Europe » Hungary » Central Hungary » Budapest

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Hungary was part of the polyglot Austro-Hungarian Empire, which collapsed during World War I. The country fell under Communist rule following World War II. In 1956, a revolt and announced withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact were met with a massive milita... ... read more