Statue Park

Hung(a)ry eyes

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July 24th 2006
Hello everyone We are now in day four of our five day stint in Budapest. It is a great city. Quite different from Prague, in that you can tell it has a life outside of being a tourist destination. In fact, unlike Prague, you can tell that you, as a tourist, are in the minority. Consequently, it is a much more rewarding place to visit, as you are actually exposed to a bit of culture on the way. ... read more

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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