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Vaci Utca

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April 12th 2007
After I left the computer yesterday, I went out for a wander along the Vaci Utc. It was a gorgeous day...approx 16 C (Question for my students...what is the Farenheit equivalent?) and I dressed accordingly. Fred had to work, so I grabbed my guidebook, some Florint (Q...where did the Hungarians get the name for their money?), water, and set off for a few hours. The Vaci Ut. is a somewhat typical ... 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