Hungary

The Lumina Park in Budapest, Hungary is an amazing temporary light exhibition that offers very interesting installations. One of them pays tribute to the Klezmer music, a genre of music that originated from the Ashkenazi Jews of Central and Eastern Europe. The installation consists of a group of musicians playing Klezmer music, surrounded by LED… Read more

The Ikarus 55 bus was designed and manufactured in Hungary from 1955 to 1973. It was a high-floor coach that was used for long-distance and interurban travel, and it was the first rear-engine bus made by the company. The model was a remarkable achievement of engineering and design, and it represented the success and innovation… Read more

Budapest has one of the oldest and largest tram networks in the world? The first electric tram line in the city was inaugurated on 28 November 1887, only seven years after the world’s first one in Berlin. Since then, trams have been an integral part of Budapest’s urban landscape and culture, serving as a convenient… Read more

The catholic church in Százhalombatta is a very special building that combines art, architecture, and spirituality. It was designed by Imre Makovecz, a famous Hungarian architect and founder of the organic architecture movement.  The church was built between 1993 and 1996, and it is one of the most remarkable examples of Makovecz’s style and vision.… Read more

With the help of this beautiful painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, let’s travel today to the late 19th century Paris, the city of lights and art. This painting is called the “Girls at the Piano” and shows two young girls playing music in a cozy and elegant room. The painting was commissioned by the French government… Read more

Hősök tere, or Heroes’ Square, is one of the most iconic and spacious squares in Budapest, Hungary. It is located at the western end of the Andrássy Avenue, next to the City Park. It is a popular tourist attraction, as well as a venue for many public events and celebrations. The square was built in… Read more

Here is the Hungarian Parliament in a different light. Literally. I took this photo in the Lumina Park on the Margitsziget, where the Palatinus Bath is transformed into a magical world of light and sound.  The park features various illuminated sculptures and installations. The park also offers a spectacular view of the Parliament building, which… Read more

Budapest is a beautiful and vibrant city that attracts millions of tourists every year. However, if you want to explore the city by public transport, you may encounter some challenges and limitations. The main problem is the metro system, which is outdated, insufficient, and inconvenient compared to other European capitals. The Budapest metro system consists… Read more

The townhall of Újpest, Budapest is one of the most beautiful and impressive buildings in the district, and it becomes even more stunning during the Christmas season, when it is adorned with colourful and festive lights.  The townhall was built between 1899 and 1900, in an eclectic-neoclassical style. It features a central dome, a clock… Read more