Some things to do in Hungary
Hungary has always worked differently: speak a language, cook and drink wines like anyone else. It is Europe in its most exotic side. Architecturally, the Hungary is a treasure, Roman ruins and medieval houses with baroque churches, neoclassical public buildings with Art Nouveau baths and schools. And this is not just in Budapest. Go walk to Szeged, Kecskemét, Debrecen or Sopron and you will discover an architectural gem at each turn. The Hungarians bathed in the water provided by about 300 thermal springs since the toges were fashionable and Aquincum was at his peak. They still do, for therapeutic, medicinal and recreational purposes, but the places have changed somewhat. Today it goes from authentic saunas dating from Turkish occupation to clinical sanatoriums. It is in these places that the old generation loves to rejuvenate and catch up on the local jars as in the Széchenyi baths in Budapest. Hungarian cuisine is much wider than the simple goulash and remains one of the most sophisticated style of European cuisine. ♪ Magyars even believe that there are three essential cuisines in the world: French, Chinese and theirs. It may be exaggerated, but the reputation of Hungary as a high place of restoration dates from the end of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century and, despite an accalm during the dark days of communism, it remains an attraction. That being said, here are 5 reasons (among so many others) for which you should visit Hungary:
5 reasons and experiences to visit Hungary
1. The Castle of Buda
Budapest has architectural gems at the shovel, but the limestone plateau that dominates the west bank of the Danube is the most spectacular site in the Hungarian capital. In the castle walls, various attractions fight your attention, Grande Salle du Trône and History Museum from Budapest to Labyrinth and the view of the Castle Parliament on the other side of the river from the Bastion of fishermen .
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2. The north shore of Lake Balaton
“The sea” of Hungary (and the largest lake in continental Europe) is the place where populace goes in the summer. The quietest side of the Lake Balaton mix torrid beaches and aquatic activities with historic cities of the waterfront as Keszthely and Balatonfüred . Tihany , a peninsula of 30 meters high that goes up in the lake on 4 km, houses a magnificent abbey, and Badacsony attracts the crowds with its ideal location by the lake.
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3. The Baths
There are more than 300 hot springs in use in Hungary. Some of the thermal baths, like Rudas and Kiraly to Budapest and part of the Turkish bath to Eger , date from the 16th century. Increasingly popular, these "water parks" interest a wider audience. Try floating on a thermal lake Heviz or enter the hot water to a castle Gyula .
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4. Wines and Pálinka
Hungarian wines are celebrated worldwide. The Tokay soft and red Egri Bikaver of Eger are the best known. Don't neglect the reds Villany or whites in the region Somló . Don't miss either Pálinka , a water of life flavored with fruit that gives a real whip.
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5. Szeged
The cultural capital of the Alföld (Grand Plaine) and the third largest city in Hungary, Szeged is filled with Art Nouveau masterpieces, cafés and green spaces, on horseback on the river Tisza. Classic and popular music shows abound, especially at Szeged Open-Air Festival In summer. Szeged is also famous for its dishes, including a soup of paprika fish and the Pick, the best Hungarian salami.
Flickr – Istvan
How do I go to Hungary?
Cheap flights to Hungary are available from several destinations in France. Find cheap flights on our partner's website Skyscanner .
Did you go to Hungary? Why would you go back?
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