Budapest 4

Budapest 1

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September 16th 2008
Budapest is a city of contrasts. There are many grand old buildings. Some of them are in very nice condition. Others are in a state of disrepair. The size and grandeur of the buildings is awesome. We spent the entire day walking through Pest seeing old buildings, a large market, and the Holocaust Museum. We have enjoyed some of the typical Hungarian cuisine. The day has been overcast with a littl ... read more

Europe » Hungary » Central Hungary » Budapest » Pest

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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