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Budapest is the capital of Hungary. The city lies on the Danube with nine connecting bridges. Buda, and Obuda are on the west side of the river and Pest on the east side. A main landmark is the Parliament building. Budapest has museums, restaurants and a busy nightlife scene.
Budapest, Hungary is one of Central Europe's largest cities and has both the old-world charms of Eastern Europe and the modern amenities of Western Europe.
Budapest straddles the Danube River, which divides it into two distinct cities: the historic Buda of the west bank and the more cosmopolitan Pest on the east bank. Within Buda is the UNESCO World Heritage site of Castle Hill.
Budapest is brimming with jaw-dropping historical sites and interesting museums. Within the Castle Hill district in Buda are the Royal Palace and National Gallery; the imposing Fisherman's Bastion, which offers stunning views of the Danube and the Pest side of the city; and the neogothic Matthias Church. On the Pest side, you'll find the State Opera House, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square. Some of Budapest's unique museums include the Music Museum, the Pharmacy Museum, the Museum of Medieval Judaism, the Bible Museum, and the Fashion Museum, among others.
Several bridges span the length of the Danube, linking Buda with Pest. The most iconic of these is the Chain Bridge. This is a popular spot to enjoy an afternoon stroll and admire the stunning grandeur of Budapest's Parliament building (the world's third-largest), which sits along the banks of the Danube on the Pest side of the city.
Relaxing in one of Budapest's thermal baths is a uniquely Hungarian experience and a favorite way for locals and visitors alike to unwind. There are several to choose from, but the most popular thermal baths are the Gellért Baths and the Széchenyi Baths. The Gellért Baths, housed within the exclusive Gellért Hotel, are the city's most beautiful baths. Bathers can relax in a number of thermal and medicinal pools surrounded by an intricate Art Nouveau interior. A children's pool and open-air wave pool are also available. The Széchenyi Baths are one of Europe's largest bathing complexes, and it is one of Budapest's grandest sights. The baths date as far back as 1913 and include three outdoor pools that are open year-round as well as over ten indoor pools, saunas, and diving pools. Massages and medicinal treatments are also available at the Széchenyi Baths.
Budapest has an exciting nightlife and a wide variety of coffee houses, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs at which to unwind.
Budapest has several public transportation options, including buses, trams, a metro system, trains, taxis, and even trolleys and boats.
Although Hungary is a member of the European Union, the country's official currency is still the Hungarian Forint.Budapest eGuide lists the very best Budapest accommodation, provides an Budapest restaurant guide, details Budapest attractions and Budapest tours. Budapest official eGuide is the primary source for Budapest tourism information for Budapest. For complete Budapest Information please use the navigation on the left of this page, the Budapest site map or the quick links below.
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