The cyclorama Arrival of the Hungarians (A magyarok bejövetele), painted by Árpád Feszty and collaborators, stands as one of Hungary’s most iconic...
Arrival of the Hungarians – Árpád Feszty’s masterpiece of Hungarian history
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The velcro dog – Meet the short-haired Hungarian vizsla
If there’s one dog that’s practically a walking (or running!) symbol of Hungary, it’s the short-haired Hungarian vizsla. This golden, floppy-eared...
Discover the magic of the Vörs Christmas Crib
Nestled in the small Hungarian village of Vörs, near Lake Balaton, stands Europe’s largest indoor nativity scene, a Christmas tradition dating back...
The Dohány Street Synagogue: a monument of heritage, history and resilience
The Dohány Street Synagogue, also called the Great Synagogue, is a landmark that stands as a testament to Jewish heritage, culture and endurance in...
Budapest Festival Orchestra – Redefining the classical music experience
The Budapest Festival Orchestra (BFO) isn’t just a world-class orchestra - it’s a cultural powerhouse, driven by Iván Fischer’s visionary approach...
The Holy Crown and Hungary’s Coronation Regalia
The Coronation Regalia: the scepter, the Holy Crown, the orb and the coronation sword - photo: Shutterstock If you’ve ever wondered what it would be...
Winter greeting bird festival at the Old Lake of Tata
On the last Saturday in November a special event takes place in the „town of waters“: more than 10.000 nature lovers gather in Tata to greet tens of...
Hungary’s most famous building – The House of Parliament
The Parliament building holds significant symbolism for every nation, as it’s where the laws that shape the country's future are made. While not...