The Bartók National Concert Hall, located in the Palace of Arts, opened in 2005. The state of the art decor and excellent sound system make it a favorite among locals and touring theatre companies. The BNCH is also home to the Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra and Budapest Festival Orchestra, which explains the flurry of activities year-round. Past performers include Zoltan Kocsis, Greek violinist Leondas Kavakos and pianist András Schiff.
Van deze kerk wordt gezegd dat hij, op de Sint Pieter in Rome na, de grootste kerk van de wereld is en biedt, naar verluidt, ruimte aan 7000 mensen. De kerk werd in 1905 voltooid en is de afgelopen acht jaar onderworpen aan een schoonmaakbeurt en restauratiewerk. De basiliek herbergt de gemummificeerde hand van St. Stefanus, die op zijn naamdag door de stad wordt rondgedragen. De kathedraal is 96 meter hoog - precies net zo hoog als het parlementsgebouw. Als onderdeel van de rondleiding kun je naar het panoramaterras boven de koepel waar je, overbodig te zeggen, van schitterende uitzichten kunt genieten.
Operetta, concerts, and rock opera; the newly renovated Budapest Operetta Theatre features an ecclectic mix of live musical events. Also, for fans of drama, the Theatre puts on Shakespeare plays and other classic performances. Old fashioned box seats, ceiling design, and architecture juxtapose modern lighting and stage technology, creating a uniquely stylized experience.
The Parliament Building was constructed at a time when Hungary was three times the size it is now, prior to its defeat at the culmination of World War I. The neo-Gothic building is a palatial affair with 691 rooms, 10 courtyards and 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) worth of stairs, making it Budapest's tallest building and one of Hungary's largest structures. Construction began in 1885 based on the designs of architect, Imre Steindl and would take 17 years to bring to fruition. It is a majestic Gothic Revival building with Renaissance and Baroque elements enmeshed in its intricate design. A lavish dome is the centerpiece of the facade, framed by delicate spires and graceful arches, while the interiors are richly ornamented, illuminated by sparkling chandeliers. The inspiration for this building is said to have been the Palace of Westminster in London. Today, the government is housed in only a small portion of the building and is home to the Hungarian Crown Jewels. Like so much along the bank of the Danube, the best views are to be had from across the river.
Dit indrukwekkende plein werd gebouwd ter ere van de 1000ste verjaardag van de stad in 1896. De overheersende factor is het beeld van de aartsengel Gabriël, omringd met zeven beelden, die de vorsten van de zeven Magyarstammen voorstellen, en die zich ooit in dit gebied hebben gevestigd (vermoedelijk in 896 na Christus). De grote, open ruimte is gewijd aan het Hongaarse oorlogsmonument en trekt toeristen, skateboarders en inline skaters aan bij de vleet. Neem een kijkje in de onlangs gerenoveerde kunstmusea aan beide kanten van het plein.
Het operagebouw van Boedapest, dat gebouwd is onder leiding van de architect Miklos Ybl in 1884, is een kunstwerk op zich, en net zo indrukwekkend als de opera's die er worden opgevoerd. Je kunt een rondleiding door het gebouw krijgen, waarvoor je telefonisch een afspraak kan maken.
Lipták Villa is a part of the non-profit organization Cserepesház, and offers a variety of family-friendly programs. From craft, dance and art classes for children, to festivals, art exhibitions and club meetings, the community center offers a plethora of activities that can be enjoyed as a family. The center is housed within a historic, 20th-century residence that has been sensitively converted into a community space. Lipták Villa's main hall is also available on hire for private events.
Explore the city of Budapest from a local point of view at My Personal Budapest. This locally-run private tourism group provides you unique tourism experiences which will help you soak in the regional flavor. Some of the tours offered by the company include tours of hidden and uncommon attractions, wine cellar tours, cruises along Danube and Lake Balacon, and tours on retro-style trabant cars. Voted one of the best tour companies of Budapest by Tripadvisor, this is definitely the option to pick if you want to discover the city from new and exciting angles.
Open Society Archives is a storehouse and research center for archives related to history after World War II. Most of the archives are related to the Cold War, Soviet Bloc, human rights and communist propaganda. George Soros, one of the world's richest billionaires, started the center to conduct and store research on post-war history of East Europe. Located within the Central European University, it offers graduate programs in topics like Documentary Cinema, Human Rights and Digital Archives. The in-house library is a treasure trove of archival material while the Galeria Centralis organizes performances, lectures, conventions, art exhibitions and film screenings related to modern European history.
The Bartók National Concert Hall, located in the Palace of Arts, opened in 2005. The state of the art decor and excellent sound system make it a favorite among locals and touring theatre companies. The BNCH is also home to the Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra and Budapest Festival Orchestra, which explains the flurry of activities year-round. Past performers include Zoltan Kocsis, Greek violinist Leondas Kavakos and pianist András Schiff.
This theater puts on classic and contemporary pieces with their troupe of actors. The theater also welcomes guest troupes for special shows and performances. With an interesting and diverse repertoire of productions, the theater is a great place to check out local productions, international works and offers shows in both, Hungarian and English. An integral element in Budapest's cultural scene, the theater is well established and visitors can enjoy everything from thought provoking drama to lively musicals and dance. For additional information or to book a ticket, visit the website.