Statue of Francis II, looking west across the Danube

River Cruise 2018 Day 4

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June 4th 2018
Today we transfer to the boat in the late afternoon. Our original plans were to head for the Market Hall for some last-minute window shopping, but we sleep in and find ourselves not in a mood to rush around. So after breakfast we pack up, check out, and make arrangements for our transfer. It's now about noon and we have a few hours to kill before pick-up. I elect to strike out solo for the Parl ... 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