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27/06/2024

The ‘green column bath’ of Budapest – Rudas Thermal baths The beautiful building of Rudas bath made a name in the world of Hollywood movies as well, in 1988 the bath was used as a shooting place for the action movie Red Heat, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and James Belushi, and in 2012 for some sceneries of the Borgias with Jeremy Irons. Rudas Bath’s Turkish-style bathhouse was built in the 1560s by Sokullu Mustafa, the that time Pasha of Buda. During the 150 years of Turkish reign in Hungary, this was the biggest bath built in Buda. At that time the warm water arrived to the pools from no less, then 21 hot springs. After the that time colour of 8 the pillar sustaining the huge dome above the octagonal central pool, the Turks called the bath Jesil Direkli Ilidzsami, – ”the bath with green columns”. The dome, the big pool, and the stairs leading into the central pool are still the original ones. Once upon a time this pool got light through the still can be seen elephants eyes, dotting the lanterna of the 10 m wide cuppola even today. When you are in a mood for swimming, beside the pools built by Turkish, there’s a large swimming pool underneath a beautiful, two-story, classicist-style building, which is an addition of the 19th century. The swimming pool, operating as a therapeutic swimming facility and with a sauna, was built in 1896. The thermal bath has been visited from 1936 o­n exclusively by men. All over inside the Rudas, one can feel a light smell of minerals, as the hot spring feeding the bath is rich in calcium, magnesium, hydrogen-carbonate, sulfate and sodium. From the drinking wells located on the hallways you can even taste the healing water of the spring. Rudas bath was almost completely destroyed during WWII. The bath was reconstructed step by step, first in 1952, then 1986, 2006 and 2012. In its drinking hall – reopened in 1965 – the water of the springs Hungária, Attila and Juventus can be consumed for the purposes of a drinking cure.

27/06/2024

Matyo people's name can be traced back to King Matthias, who in the 15th century raised Mezőkövesd to the status of royal town. The colorfully embroidered flowers, based on old patterns, with which the women adorn their blouses, fabrics and aprons - red on a white or black ground being particularly popular - produce some of the most beautiful articles in Hungarian folklore.

22/06/2024

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Ha a strandolás mellett egy kis kultúra is jólesne, keressétek fel az alábbi lenyűgöző helyszíneket!

22/06/2024

Living traditional heritage in the cultural space of Kalocsa: Embroidery, ornamental painting, traditional dress and folk dance
The colourful flower motifs of the ornamental painting and embroidery of Kalocsa are known throughout the world and indeed have often been considered an emblematic symbol of Hungarian folk art. This branch of artistic expression has become a unique element of the traditional peasant culture of Kalocsa as well as of the surrounding villages of Drágszél, Homokmégy, Öregcsertő, Szakmár, and Újtelek which were established in�the 18-19th centuries. The ethnic group referred to as Pota inhabiting the area known as Sárköz of Kalocsai in south-central Hungary on the west bank of the Danube is distinct from the surrounding groups in their characteristic dialect, rich folk art and Catholic religion. The women of Kalocsa who still draw, paint and embroider�in the traditional style are the bearers and the perpetuators�of the local heritage. Traditional revival groups, folk dance groups, the local museum and folk art centre all contribute to the safeguarding of the characteristic culture and folk art that distinguishes Kalocsa identity. The inhabitants of Kalocsa and the surrounding settlements are devoted to their folk heritage. They create numerous opportunities for the presentation of their traditional dances and attire: Midsummer Eve Festivities, Danube Folklore Festival, Kalocsa Paprika Festival, village feasts, and harvest celebrations. These events attract people of all ages and provide an excellent opportunity for the transmission of cultural heritage from generation to generation. The role of awareness raising and art education is also of paramount importance in the safeguarding and sustaining of the local heritage.

20/06/2024

Soprom, the jewelbox of Hungary

20/06/2024

https://alle.travel/en/budapest/pages/what-to-do-in-sopron-hungary Nestled on the border of Austria and Hungary, Sopron is a hidden gem steeped in centuries of history and enriched with a vibrant cultural scene. This guide will delve into the myriad attractions that make Sopron a must-visit destination, providing a thorough exploration of its historic sites, culinary offerings, and natural beauty.

Sopron, often heralded as "the most loyal town," boasts a unique blend of Western and Eastern European influences. Its rich past is mirrored in the preservation of its medieval and Baroque buildings, making it an intriguing city for history enthusiasts and casual explorers alike.

14/06/2024

Find this sphere in Gyor!

14/06/2024

We have found it!

13/06/2024

Virágzó levendula mező és a Dunakanyar
© Kardos Ildikó / 2024. 06.
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13/06/2024

13/06/2024

Horseshow on the Hungarian puszta,

09/06/2024

Since its foundation in 1826, the Herend Porcelain Manufactory has been making a wide variety of porcelain sets and ornamental pieces of the highest quality. By today it has become the largest manufacturer of its kind in the world – where, observing centuries-old traditions, every work phase – from throwing to painting – is performed by attentive hands manually even today. With a free combination of 16,000 forms and 4,000 patterns, the product range is inexhaustible. Every piece symbolizes exceptional quality, beauty, and value.

08/06/2024

Budapest...

08/06/2024

Zsolnay, or formally Zsolnay Porcelánmanufaktúra Zrt is a Hungarian manufacturer of porcelain, tiles, and stoneware. The company introduced the eosin glazing process and pyrogranite ceramics. Their foortiles can be seen everywhere in Budapest on Matthias Churhc, and more. The Zsolnay factory was established by Miklós Zsolnay (1800–1880) in Pécs, Hungary, to produce stoneware and other ceramics in 1853. In 1863, his son, Vilmos Zsolnay (1828–1900) joined the company and became its manager and director after several years. He led the factory to worldwide recognition by demonstrating its innovative products at world fairs and international exhibitions, including the 1873 World Fair in Vienna, then at the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where Zsolnay received a Grand Prix. In 1893, Zsolnay introduced porcelain pieces made of eosin. Zsolnay is active factory even now.

07/06/2024

The Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Gyertyaszentelő Boldogasszony) in the city centre of Pécs is an unequalled Ottoman monument of our country, the most important example of Turkish-Islamic architecture in Hungary. A pleasant, greenish-yellow light illuminates the church’s interior through the hive patterned, arched windows. You can admire the finely decorated mihrab (praying niche), which faces Mecca and you can also discover some calligraphic lines from the Koran scattered on the walls. Right next to the vestry, there are two vessels that had previously been used in the bath of Pasha Gazi Kassim and now serve as containers for holy water. Visitors can wander around this enchanting building where the East meets the West, this sacred place where different religions interact, by using modern equipment, exciting interactive elements and animations. Thus, in the church that is considered to be the symbol of Pécs, we can get acquainted with the history of the edifice and its changing appearance throughout the past.

02/06/2024

Pannonhalma (1965-ig: Győrszentmárton, németül: Martinsberg) város Győr-Moson-Sopron vármegyében, a Pannonhalmi járás székhelye. Kedvelt turisztikai célpont, elsősorban a Pannonhalmi Bencés Főapátságról és annak épületeiről ismert, amelyek 1996 óta az UNESCO Világörökség részét képezik.
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28/05/2024

A Romantic Masterpiece Sculpture: The Prince of Buda and the Princess of Pest, divided by the Danube, yet united in love and history. Situated in the Philosopher's Garden on Gellert Hill, it symbolizes the harmonious union of Budapest in 1873

28/05/2024

A museum post office offering traditional and modern postal services opened on Wednesday in Hollókő in an environment worthy of the World Heritage site, offering a glimpse into the 157-year history of Magyar Posta (Hungarian Post).

The new building has the atmosphere of a small 19th century post office, with museum measuring instruments, a post office warehouse from a hundred years ago, a rest garden, a telephone exchange, and postal scenes from the radio cabaret, which can be heard on the telephone set.

Barnabás Balczó, President and CEO of Magyar Posta, stressed at the opening ceremony that Hollókő is not an open-air museum, but a living settlement, and they want the museum post office to be a living service center, offering traditional and modern services to both locals and visitors in a way that is in keeping with the World Heritage environment.

28/05/2024

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The restoration of the church of Ják (western Hungary), one of the most important buildings of our medieval architecture, is completed.

26/05/2024

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The Szeged Open-Air Festival will feature 20 different programs on 37 evenings, with around 90,000 spectators expected at the festival's two venues.

25/05/2024

Nádasdy Castle of Sárvár

Chief Justice Ferenc Nádasdy built the castle in its present form. The main hall’s monumental mural is an important work of Hungarian baroque painting. Nádasdy Castle is an imposing feat of design, with its distinctive pentagonal shape and a dry moat surrounding its walls. Through the Nádasdy family, the castle of Sárvár, now called Nádasdy Castle, played a significant role in the progress of Hungarian culture in the 16th and 17th centuries. The first Hungarian book, The New Testament of 1541, was printed here. Moreover, the castle is at the centre of some truly shocking tales. As well as being the rumoured setting of Erzsebet Báthory’s violent crimes.

25/05/2024

The Spa- and Wellness Centre of Sárvár is perfect if you wish both for a quiet relaxation or a family bathing experience.
The spa is a member of the Royal Spas of Europe organization. Due to its vast area and interior design, the spa and the family adventure bath is well separated. This is the ideal venue for healing, full recovery and carefree relaxation.

16/05/2024

Hungary - Mátai Ménes/Máta Stud Farm
rThe stud is more than 300 years old. Originally thr nearby Debrecen citys horses were kept here from cca 1700, Later on it bacame one of the official stae owned stud, for breedinf and training race horses. 270 horses are kept here today.