Budapest has a lot to offer other than beautiful, picturesque backdrops for various romantic songs.
The capital city of Hungary, Budapest, is an incredible
destination to cherish culture, history, art, and diversity. Originally, it was a twin city- Buda and Pest connected by the Chain Bridge (built in the 19th century). Buda-Pest, a united city, was first mentioned by a Hungarian writer and politician, Istvan Szechenyi, in 1831.
Budapest is a land of inspiring architecture, thermal springs, and whatnot. Some of the famous tourist spots in the city are Buda Castle & Castle Hills, the Hungarian Parliament Building, the State Opera House, Fisherman's Bastion, and Budapest Zoo. Apart from these, the city also has some little-known gems for tourist exploration.
Let us have a look at the off-beat places to visit in Budapest.
Epreskert Art Garden
Epreskert Art Garden is an abandoned art colony set up in the 19th century. Here we can find the year-old preserved fine artworks of some famous artists, such as Adolf Huszar, Arpad Festy, and Gyorgy Zala. The art garden is open for public visits during year-end exhibitions and other special occasions.
Citadella
Citadella is a fortress constructed by the Habsburgs in 1854. Situated at the summit of Gellert Hill in Budapest, visitors are welcome to hike up the mountainous trails. The city looks magical when viewed from the top of the hill, especially during the late evenings of the day.
Margaret Island
Margaret Island, situated in the middle of the Danube River, between Buda and Pest, is one of the famous gateways for the city people. It is an ideal place to spend a peaceful holiday away from the hectic city life. Here, we can walk along the parklands, enjoy the musical fountains, visit the zoo, or relax in the thermal spas.
Vajdahunyad Castle
Vajdahunyad Castle is a castle built as part of the Millennial Exhibition in 1896. Situated in the City Park, Vajdahunyad Castle is among the little-known tourist spots of the capital city. It stands as a visual presentation of the country's architectural history, starting from Romanesque to Baroque. Tourists are welcome to explore the inside castle, turned museum, to witness artistic remains from the ancient Budapest era.
Palvolgyi Cave
Palvolgyi Cave is one of the unusual things to do in this city in Hungary. It is a natural cave system formed by thermal springs and other water supplies to the thermal baths. On the way through the Palvolgyi caves, we experience a thrilling adventure that pumps up the adrenaline level.
So, don't wait because the fun tour is waiting for you.
