The hand of St Stephen

The mummified right hand of St Stephen in its little display case. Apparently, they take it for walkies every St Stephen's Day.

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Christmas has come early!

December 17th 2007
After writing my blog on Saturday and exchanging French pleasantries with one of the Cameroonians at my underground internet place, I ventured out into Vaci utca once again. It was far too cold to go too far, so I headed off to my favourite Central Market. When I got there, it was closed. No-one had mentioned that Saturday was early-closing day. I bought a snack and returned to my warm (nay, hot!) ... read more

Europe » Hungary » Central Hungary » Budapest » Pest

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

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