Hungary

This beautiful geranium decorates a carefully preserved garden in Hungary, near Budapest. Geraniums are a much-loved garden plant, but did you know that they are not actually geraniums? Their official name is pelargonium, and they are native to South Africa. The name geranium comes from a mistake made by the Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus in… Read more

The Grassalkovich castle in Gödöllő is not only a magnificent example of Baroque architecture, but also a place of great historical and cultural significance. It was the favourite residence of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as Sissi, who loved the Hungarian people and their traditions. She spent many summers here with her husband, Emperor… Read more

Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is a city of contrasts. On one side of the Danube river, you can admire the majestic Buda Castle and the historic Castle District. On the other side, you can enjoy the vibrant nightlife and cultural scene of Pest, where the stunning Parliament building and the iconic Chain Bridge light… Read more

In this summer heat in Hungary, it is a great choice to install misting gates in a sunny public place like these ones in Budapest. Some people have even reserved a spot underneath to have a peaceful afternoon nap. #summer #heat #budapest #hungary🇭🇺 #refresh #keepcool Read more

The old townhall building in Újpest, Budapest, Hungary is a beautiful construction. It was built in 1899-1900 in an eclectic and secessionist style. The building has two towers, each decorated with a round window and a coat of arms. The left tower has the Újpest coat of arms, while the right tower has the Budapest… Read more

Tramway in Budapest – April 2023. #tramway #budapest #sightseeing #tourism #visithungary #like4likes  Read more

The former building of the Museum of Ethnography, today the Palace of Justice in Budapest, Hungary. #budapest #buildings #sightseeing #tourism  Read more

This statue offered to “those educating small children” is to be seen in one of the biggest parcs in Újpest, Budapest. Despite its realistic design, the striking absence of the other adult makes you seriously think.  Is it linked with some old values (mum looking after the children)? Does it represent the cruel reality of… Read more

As its name suggests, it is a symbol of world peace. The first of these gongs was installed in Bali, Indonesia in 2002. There are twelve in total around the world, including this one in Gödöllő, Hungary. #worldpeacegong #worldpeace #gödöllő #hungary🇭🇺 Read more

This wonderful device was invented 135 years ago by Emile Berliner. The one here is much more recent and decorates a nice restaurant in Budapest, Hungary. It is still working. Music and technology is my picture of the day. (Külvárosi Kávéház, Budapest) #gramophone #gramophone #music #budapest #Budapest2023 Read more