Do you want to discover a country rich in tourist attractions, combining nature, history, relaxation and gastronomy? Come and visit the 13 most beautiful places in Hungary!
Hungary is only 1 500 km away Paris And yet, she promises you a total change. This Central European country is full of treasures and activities of all kinds. Its architectural beauty, breathtaking landscapes, local cuisine based on paprika, its wines and famous thermal baths worldwide make it a unique destination.
If you have chosen visit Hungary , you will have the chance to discover many UNESCO World Heritage sites. Budapest, the capital, is undoubtedly a charming city that will surely seduce you. The Danube Pearl, as it is surnamed, attracts more and more visitors every year.
Hungary is divided into four distinct and completely different regions, which is why it is advisable to turn around. The large city of Budapest on one side, the area of Lake Balaton on the other, as well as the Grande Plaine and the northeast with its wine route and picturesque villages. The French enjoy being able to go easily by car or camper, but flights by plane also have success. Visiting Hungary is a must-see for a reduced price trip.
To prepare your stay well, here is the list of the 13 most beautiful places to visit in Hungary!
1. Parliament Budapest
Located on the east bank of the Danube, Parliament is the largest building in Budapest and the largest in Europe. Its large stairs, dome and National Assembly Hall make it an exceptional building. Not to mention his 40 kg of gold. Raise your head and admire the sumptuous decors on the ceiling.
At nightfall, Parliament illuminates a pretty golden colour, reflecting on the Danube. You will also discover the Crown of Saint Stephen, which is highly protected by Hungarian guards. Are you curious why the cross of the crown is leaned? You will have the answer when you visit Hungary and its Parliament.
2. Buda Castle Palace
Also known as Royal Palace or Budavàr Palace , it is one of the most representative images of Hungary.
To visit this historic monument, classified as World Heritage of Unesco, you must climb to the top of Buda hill on the west bank of the Danube. Inside, there are two museums: the Hungarian National Gallery and Historical Museum of Budapest . You can also lose yourself in the castle’s labyrinth, dug by the hot water of the source. A unique experience that hides many treasures.
3. The Baths
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How to visit Hungary without taking a relaxing break in the baths of the city? A mandatory passage from your stay, the baths are not missing in the country as there are almost 300 thermal water sources that can reach a temperature of 80 °C. Every day, tourists and locals take advantage of it to relieve their ills or relax in these gigantic baths Rudas , Gellért and Széchenyi . Don’t forget your bathing suit, tongs and towels.
4. The Bastion of Fishermen
If you want to visit Hungary and its capital, a stop at Bastion of Fishermen is necessary. For the small explanation, the construction of this neo-Roman monument ended in 1902 and was carried out in honour of the fishermen who protected the area. The seven turrets represent the seven heads of founding tribes of Hungary. To take the most beautiful pictures of Budapest, it is on this view that you have to go.
5. The Chain Bridge
We can't talk about Hungary without evokeing the famous Chain bridge . Above the Danube, it connects the two sides of the city, once called Buda and Pest.
At the time, those who wanted to cross the boat or on foot, when the river was frozen. You can now enjoy an exceptional view, especially when it sparks a thousand lights at night. If you are going to visit Hungary with children, this is one of their favorite attraction.
6. The Great Synagogue of Budapest
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Great Synagogue of Budapest is one of the must-sees in Budapest because it is the third largest synagogue in the world, after New York and Jerusalem. With a mauresque architectural style, it is also sublime from the inside and from the outside, with its rich decoration and details made to perfection.
7. Lake Balaton
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Visiting Hungary is also going to discover the different regions of the country, starting with Lake Balaton west. It is the largest lake in Hungary, nicknamed the small Hungarian sea, just one hour from Budapest.
Between beaches, discos and countless leisure activities, entertainment and farniente promise to be at the rendezvous. For more quiet, you will enjoy the walks, authentic villages on the lake and the visit of the lake Festetics Palace and its almond paste museum.
8. Szeged
To discover Szeged , you have to go to the south of Hungary in the Great Plain region. 170 km from Budapest, it enjoys a sunny climate, close to the border Serbia and Romania .
It goes for its cultural richness, cathedral, Grôf Palator, new synagogue or gastronomy. To visit Hungary in all its forms, taste the Goulash soup or fish soup with salami Pick spices.
9. Hortobágy National Park
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For all lovers of nature and authenticity, the Hortobágy National Park can hardly do better.
To the west of the country and just two hours from the Hungarian capital, you arrive in an agricultural region with fields that are lost sight. Classified at Unesco World Heritage, you will be pleasantly surprised by animal demonstrations, as well as by tasting typical dishes based on paprika.
10. The wine route
If you are a good wine lover, Hungary is a must-see destination in Europe. Although the vineyards are found everywhere in the country, the most famous wine region remains Tokaj northeast of Hungary. This is where the famous liquorous wine the Tokay comes from, or the wine of the kings. There are also Eger , located nearby, to taste the famous red wine Egri Bikaver (the Blood of Taurus).
11. Hollókó
Hollókó is a typical small village, which has kept its authenticity and its incredible charm. It is not for nothing that it is classified at UNESCO World Heritage.
To stroll around the old part of the village and discover Hungarian folklore, with traditional costumes, you have to travel 100 km above Budapest. You'll see, you'll feel a strange feeling, like you've come back in time.
12. The Fortress of Visegrad
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Overlooking the Danube, fortress of Visegrad is only 30 km north of Budapest. From the top of the hill you are entitled to a breathtaking view of the Danube elbow, which takes the form of a zigzag.
With its citadel, this tourist place is also called Château des Nuages, by its height of 350 meters above the river. The exhibitions on the inside are devoted to the history of Hungary, at the time of royalty. Enjoy being in the region to see Esztergom and his basilica, Sz entend , the village of artists.
13. Pecs
Heading southwest, make a small detour through the city of Pecs famous for its cultural wealth. Museums, mosques and Paleochretian necropolis ranked in Unesco, the two hours of travel by car are worth it. Being also a university city, you can enjoy the nightlife with its bars and clubs.
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