Guardian of the bridge

Hungary and Hot

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July 22nd 2007
Despite all the stories, we were not robbed by Gypsies on the way to Budapest, I was ready for them anyway!! Arriving in Hungary, it was like coming back to Western Europe. Although officially eastern (maybe central depending who you talk to), Hungary has a long history tied to Austria, and the buildings show it. Grand and imposing, they, like the ones in Vienna tell a story of imperial grand ... read more

Europe » Hungary

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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