Citadel

Jet Lag

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April 13th 2007
Okay, so jet lag is a real and formidable force. I began yesterday with such good (and ambitious) intentions. My plan was to walk a circle beginning at my hotel, up to the top of the citadel, down to the National gallery, up again to Matyas Templom, then return to the hotel. Needless to say, this did not happen. After eating a healthy breakfast of cheese and fruit, I finished my blog and headed. ... 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