Architecture of Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital of Hungary and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. It has origins dating back to the Roman Empire, and was famously settled by the Magyars in 896 CE. Budapest straddles the Danube River and is composed of two halves, known as Buda & Pest. The city contains a plethora of historic architecture, and many of its buildings were constructed in preparation for the Hungarian Millennium Exhibition of 1896. Today, Budapest is one of the most visited capital cities in Europe, and its imposing buildings attract millions of tourists every year.

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History of Budapest

Unifying Elements in Budapest Architecture

Echoes of Hungary’s millennium celebration can be found throughout Budapest. Dozens of monuments were constructed in preparation for the event, including Heroes’ Square, Andrássy Avenue, the City Park, and the Hungarian Parliament Building. The Millennium Celebration of 1896 marked a high point in Hungarian history, and Budapest was forever reshaped by the event.

Another element that influences the architecture of Budapest is the varied nature of the two sides of the city. For centuries, Budapest was split into two distinct towns, Buda & Pest. Buda is very hilly, with steep, winding streets leading up to Buda Castle. In contrast, the Pest side of the city is very flat. Pest is far larger than Buda, and it contains lots of grand architecture and wide boulevards. 

One final element seen throughout Budapest is the post-WWII rebuilding plan. Many of the city’s major sites were devastated after the Battle of Budapest in 1945, and these structures were rebuilt hastily, lacking some of their original detail and ornamentation. Thankfully, Budapest is in the process of restoring and improving many of its most cherished works of historic architecture. The image above shows the Royal Riding Hall, a structure lost in WWII, that was painstakingly rebuilt in the 21st century.

Romanesque & Gothic Architecture in Budapest

Both Buda and Pest were important places during the Medieval Period. Buda was home to a large fortress, and Pest had a major port on the Danube River. In 1256, Buda was made the capital of the Kingdom of Hungary, and Buda Castle became the seat of the Hungarian Kings. Modern Budapest still has a few examples of Romanesque and Gothic Architecture from this time period. Although many of these structures were refurbished and modified over time, you can still find traces of their original medieval appearance.

1. Matthias Church

Matthias Church is easily the most impressive example of Gothic Architecture in Budapest. The church was continuously expanded and modified over time. The original foundations date to the Romanesque Age in the 11th Century. The building was redone in the Gothic Style in the 14th Century, and the facade was outfitted with pointed arches, rose windows, and lots of stained glass. During the 19th century, a few Gothic Revival components were also added, like the bell tower.

The interior of Matthias Church is just as impressive as its exterior. The inside is covered with an amazing assortment of medieval murals. Everything is a modern reproduction, since many of these artworks were lost over the centuries. During the Ottoman Period, Matthias Church was converted into a mosque. Its interior was completely whitewashed, and its stone floors were covered with carpets.

2. Buda Castle & Chapel

Buda Castle is a remarkable example of Medieval Architecture in Budapest. Although much of the building was later converted into a royal palace during the Renaissance and Baroque Ages, many of the castle’s original Romanesque and Gothic portions remain intact. Most of the building’s original components are located on the southern and western edges of the site.

Buda Castle also contains a small Gothic-style chapel that was completed in the 1400s. It was constructed during the reign of Sigismund of Luxembourg, who served as Holy Roman Emperor from 1387 to 1437. Although barely noticeable from the exterior, the Chapel of Buda Castle is an important space that served as a house of worship for the Hungarian royals for centuries. The chapel has several distinct Gothic design elements, like pointed arches, vaulted ceilings, and Gothic Tracery.

3. Church of Mary Magdalene

The Church of Mary Magdalene is another impressive building located on the Buda side of Budapest. The church originally dates from the Romanesque Age and was expanded during the Gothic Age. The Church of Mary Magdalene was once the most sacred site in all of Budapest, as it was the official chapel for the coronations of the Kings of Hungary. Unfortunately, most of the building was damaged during WWII, and only portions of the church’s tower remain. 

Renaissance & Baroque Architecture in Budapest

The Kingdom of Hungary was an important power within Central Europe during the 15th century. One of the kingdom’s greatest rulers was Matthias Corvinus. Matthias was a major proponent of art and architecture and was responsible for several building projects within Budapest. Eventually, after years of warfare, Budapest was taken in a siege by the Ottoman Empire in 1541. The Ottomans held onto Hungary for over a century, until it was retaken by the Austrian Empire in 1686. The Austrians constructed many churches within Budapest and helped to rebuild much of the infrastructure lost during the Ottoman Period. Austrian rule had its challenges, and the Hungarians occasionally rebelled against the Habsburgs.

1. Buda Castle

Like many of the buildings in Budapest, Buda Castle was continuously modified over the centuries. During the Renaissance, Matthias Corvinus added two wings and a series of gardens. Matthias ruled as king of Hungary & Croatia from 1458-1490, and his updates transformed Buda Castle from a Medieval Fortress into more of a lavish Royal Residence. Buda Castle was then heavily damaged in the mid-1500s during the Ottoman Conquest of Budapest.

Eventually, the Austrian Empire retook Budapest and began transforming Buda Castle once again. They created an opulent Baroque Palace, rivaling others found in Vienna. The Austrians added several new wings, outfitted with banqueting halls, ballrooms, and living quarters. They also constructed a large central atrium capped by an ornately decorated dome. Unfortunately, Buda Castle was one of the most heavily damaged buildings during the Battle for Budapest in 1945. The subsequent reconstruction was done economically, and many of the building’s original details and carvings have been lost.

2. Trinity Column

The Trinity Column is a large monument commissioned by the rulers of the Austrian Empire. The column is a great example of Baroque Architecture, and it contains many elaborate sculptures with a strong sense of motion. The Trinity Column was constructed in 1694 to commemorate the passing of an outbreak of the Plague. This was a common practice in the Austrian Empire, and today there are many “Plague Columns” decorating squares in cities like Košice, Olomouc, and Vienna.

3. Inner City Parish Church

The Inner City Parish Church is another impressive work of Baroque Architecture in Budapest. The church’s facade dates to the Austrian Period and was constructed in the early 1700s. The building sits right next to the banks of the Danube River, adjacent to Erzsébet Bridge. The Austrians commissioned dozens of churches throughout Hungary to reestablish a national Christian identity after a long period of Ottoman rule.  

4. Saint Anne Parish Church

Another Austrian-era church in Budapest is the Saint Anne Parish Church. The building contains all of the typical elements found in Austrian Baroque Architecture. It has lively sculptures, intricate details, and lots of complex curves and geometries. All of these embellishments were meant to inspire the local population and reinforce their faith. The Saint Anne Parish Church is located on the Pest side of the city, right across the river from the Parliament building.

5. Citadella

The Citadella is a Baroque-age fortress constructed by the Austrian Empire. It was built shortly after a Hungarian rebellion to help restore order. For a long time, the citadella’s cannons were pointed directly at the city of Budapest, rather than outward in a defensive position. The Citadella is located at the top of Gellért Hill and has views over the entire city. Today, the fortress is a popular attraction, and many visitors come to see the Liberty Statue, which was erected in 1947.

6. Tomb of Gül Baba

The Tomb of Gül Baba is one of only a handful of works of Ottoman Architecture in Hungary. It dates to Budapest’s Ottoman Period, and is a great example of the Classical Ottoman Style. The tomb was constructed in the 16th century to house the remains of Gül Baba. He was an important religious figure, and his tomb is still revered as an Islamic Pilgrimage Site. The tomb contains many typical Ottoman design elements, most notably its dome, which mimics the ones found throughout Istanbul.

Neoclassical & Revival Architecture in Budapest

Budapest suffered a long period of outside rule. It began with the Ottoman Conquest of Hungary and continued during the Austrian period. In 1867, after several major rebellions, the Austrians and the Hungarians reached a compromise which led to the creation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This was a huge political victory for the Hungarians, and a massive wave of national pride swept the nation. Budapest’s population grew dramatically. and it began to rival Vienna in terms of industry and technology. This development increased exponentially in the period leading up to the Hungarian Millennium Exhibition of 1896.

1. Hungarian Parliament Building

The Hungarian Parliament Building is one of the most iconic buildings in Budapest and one of the world’s greatest examples of Gothic Revival Architecture. It overlooks the waters of the Danube on the Pest Side of the city, and it houses the National Assembly of Hungary. Construction was mostly completed in time for the Hungarian Millennium Exhibition of 1896 – although the finishing touches were not completed until 1902.  

The building’s Gothic Revival design was chosen for several different reasons. One was to evoke Budapest’s proud history as the medieval-era capital of the Kingdom of Hungary. Another reason was to help the Hungarian Government align itself with the powers of Western Europe. Westminster Palace in London was designed in a similar aesthetic, and the Hungarians wanted to strengthen their ties with the UK and its Allies. 

The design of the Hungarian Parliament Building contains all of the typical elements of the Gothic Style. The building has pointed arches, flying buttresses, stained glass, rose windows, and Gothic tracery. It also has several more modern features, like its massive central dome. Domes like this were unheard of in the original Gothic Age, but they were wildly popular during the Revival Period of the late 1800s. 

2. Fisherman’s Bastion

The Fisherman’s Bastion is a large stone structure located on the Buda side of Budapest. It’s a great example of a Romanticized Fortification that was never actually intended for defense. Despite this, it still contains several walls and towers mimicking Medieval Castles. The Fisherman’s Bastion also has a large stone staircase that connects Upper Buda with the banks of the Danube River below.

The Fisherman’s Bastion is also Budapest’s most impressive work of Romanesque Revival Architecture. It borrows many features from older Romanesque buildings, including round arches, simplistic geometry, thick walls, and small windows. The Fisherman’s Bastion is one of the city’s most popular attractions, largely because it offers amazing views of Budapest. Today, the structure also houses a high-end cafe, where you can enjoy food and drinks inside one of the city’s most notable buildings..

3. Széchenyi Bridge

The Széchenyi Bridge, also known as the Chain Bridge, is one of the most well-known structures in all of Budapest. The bridge gets its name from a notable Hungarian statesman named István Széchenyi. It was completed in 1849, and at the time, it was one of the most iconic and innovative suspension bridges on earth. The Széchenyi Bridge was the first permanent crossing point connecting the Buda and Pest sides of the city.

4. St. Stephen’s Basilica

St. Stephen’s Basilica is a great example of Neoclassical Architecture and one of the most prominent buildings in Budapest. Construction on the church took over 50 years and wasn’t completed until 1906. Despite this slow process, it was still mostly done at the start of the Hungarian Millennium Celebration of 1896. St. Stephen’s Basilica is Budapest’s largest house of worship, and it contains many important religious relics. The church has a dome constructed using the same methodology created by Renaissance architects in Florence and Rome.

5. Hungarian State Opera House

The Hungarian State Opera House is one of the world’s greatest examples of Renaissance Revival Architecture. The building sits along Andrássy Avenue, and it was completed in 1884. Opera was incredibly popular in the 19th century, and many cities like Vienna, Paris, and Munich were constructing lavish buildings dedicated to the art form. The Hungarian State Opera House illustrates all of the key concepts from the Renaissance style, including the use of balance, symmetry, proportion, and repetition. 

6. Heroes’ Square

Heroes’ Square is a large open space located at the termination point of Andrássy Avenue. The square was the focal point of the Hungarian Millennium Celebration of 1896. It consists of a large open space measuring over 800 feet by 800 feet, wrapped by a series of Neoclassical monuments. The complex contains a large Triumphal Column, along with a series of statues depicting important people from Hungarian history.

7. Andrássy Avenue

Andrássy Avenue is a long, straight boulevard that connects central Budapest with Heroes’ Square and the City Park. The street was mostly built in the late 19th century, and it’s lined with many Revivalist Structures. In the images above, you can see a Renaissance Revival apartment building and a former Gothic Revival Palace. One of the world’s oldest metro lines is also located just below the surface of Andrássy Avenue. The metro was specifically developed to carry people to the Millennium Fairgrounds during the event.

8. Hungarian Culture Foundation

The Hungarian Culture Foundation is housed in an impressive work of Revival Architecture, located on the Buda side of the city. The building is designed in the Gothic Revival Style, and includes numerous Gothic elements like pointed arches, pinnacles, and stained glass. Like so much of Budapest, the Hungarian Culture Foundation was destroyed during WWII. Thankfully, the building has since been rebuilt. The image above shows the structure in 2023, just after its completion.

9. Museum of Fine Arts

The Museum of Fine Arts is another impressive 19th-century building on the Pest side of the city. Like many other museums from this point in history, it was designed in the Neoclassical Style. The front facade of the building resembles a Greek or Roman Temple, with a large pediment supported by Corinthian columns. The museum’s galleries contain a wide variety of art. These include Egyptian and Mycenaean Sculptures and paintings by Venetian Renaissance masters like Titian and Tintoretto.

10. Széchenyi Thermal Baths

Budapest is also well known for its vast network of thermal hot springs. The Romans, the Ottomans, and the Hungarians all tapped into these springs, and today, modern Budapest is home to several bath houses. Many of these date to the 19th century, and one of the largest is the Széchenyi Thermal Baths. The building was completed in 1913 and has facades designed in various Revival Styles, including NeoBaroque and NeoRenaissance.

11. Palace of Justice

The Palace of Justice is another impressive Revivalist building located in Budapest. It originally served as a courthouse, but has since been converted into the Budapest Ethnographic Museum. The building was designed using a blend of Neoclassical and Renaissance Revival Architecture. Its façade contains an assortment of Classical details, like pediments, friezes, marble statues, and columns from the Ionic and Corinthian orders,

12. Hungarian National Museum

The Hungarian National Museum is another impressive example of Neoclassical Architecture in Budapest. The building was completed in 1847, when Revivalism was popular throughout the world. The Hungarian National Museum follows a similar format to others, such as the British Museum in London and the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the US. The Hungarian National Museum houses a vast collection of works, with a focus on Hungarian art and history.

13. City Park

Budapest’s City Park is a large open space that was developed in preparation for the Hungarian Millennium Celebration of 1896. The park was built to house the majority of the festivities for the event. Today, the City Park is one of Budapest’s most beloved green spaces. It contains several reproductions of buildings found throughout the lands of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. In the image above, you can see Vajdahunyad Castle, a replica of a medieval fortress located in Transylvania. (in modern-day Romania)

14. Matthias Fountain

The Matthias Fountain is a great example of Baroque Revival Architecture in Budapest. Construction began on the monument in 1899, and it was incorporated into one of the facades of Buda Castle. The fountain contains a statue of Matthias Corvinus in the midst of a medieval hunt. Matthias was one of the most revered kings of the Kingdom of Hungary. The inclusion of his statue is a great example of the sense of national pride that was exploding in Budapest in the late 19th century.

15. Museum of Applied Arts

The Museum of Applied Arts is a popular museum located in central Budapest. Its design incorporates a blend of different architectural styles, including Moorish Revival and Gothic Revival. Blending different styles like this is known as Eclecticism – a technique used widely in the Revival Movement of the 19th century. One of the Museum of Applied Arts’ most distinct features is its roof, which contains a vibrant array of gold & green tiles.

16. Dohány Street Synagogue

Located on the Pest side of the city, the Dohány Street Synagogue is the largest in Central Europe. The building was completed in 1859 and designed in the Moorish Revival Style. Many European Synagogues are designed with a Moorish influence in order to maintain a connection with the cultures of the Eastern Mediterranean. Budapest has had a sizable Jewish population since the Middle Ages, and the Dohány Street Synagogue is a testament to this long-standing community. 

17. Castle Bazaar and Royal Gardens

Located at the base of Buda Castle, the Castle Bazaar and Royal Gardens are an impressive collection of pavilions, monuments, and gardens. They are designed in the Renaissance Revival Style and illustrate many key Renaissance design techniques. Opened in 1883, the space originated as a private garden, used by high-ranking officials of the Austro-Hungarian government. But today, the space is open to the public and contains a modern bar & restaurant.

18. Keleti Station

Keleti Station is a large and imposing train station on the eastern edges of Budapest. The building was completed in 1884 and houses rail lines that connect Budapest with other major cities like Pécs, Debrecen, and Vienna. The Station is designed in the Neoclassical Style, with added touches from other Revivalist Styles like NeoRenaissance and NeoBaroque. Keleti Station’s main facade also contains an adaptation of a large Triumphal Arch, which leads directly to the main rail lines.

19. Budapest Palace of Art

The Budapest Palace of Art is an interesting work of Neoclassical Architecture, located next to Heroes’ Square and the City Park. The building was constructed shortly before Budapest’s Millennium Celebration of 1896. The design is meant to mimic the appearance of an Ancient Greek Temple. Unlike many other Neoclassical buildings, the exterior is brightly colored. This is a deliberate choice to try and replicate the original appearance of ancient temples. (which were often painted bright colors, which have long since faded)

20. Central Market Hall

The Central Market Hall is a large covered market, located on the Pest side of Budapest. The building was completed in 1897 and was the largest market in the city at that time. The design of the Central Market Hall is very Eclectic. It contains influences from Romanesque, Gothic, and Moorish Architecture. The building also utilizes a blend of different materials, including stone, brick, glass, and structural steel.

21. Buda Tunnel

Buda Tunnel is a simple but vital piece of infrastructure located in Budapest. The tunnel allows car traffic to cut right through the steep hill on the Buda side of the city. It’s situated beneath Buda Castle, and it connects with the Széchenyi Bridge. The main entrance to the tunnel is embellished with many Neoclassical Details. It has Doric Columns and resembles the format of a typical Triumphal Arch – a monument popularized by the Ancient Romans.

22. Nyugati Station

Nyugati Station is another large train terminal located on the Pest side of the city. It was completed in 1877 and designed using a blend of Beaux Arts and Renaissance Revival details. The rail lines from this station radiate northward to nearby cities such as Esztergom and Bratislava. All of Budapest’s 19th-century train stations show how the city was rapidly expanding at this point in time.

23. Corvinus University of Budapest

The Corvinus University of Budapest is an institution of higher learning established in 1920. The school is housed in a work of Renaissance Revival Architecture, overlooking the Danube River in central Budapest. The building was completed in 1874 and originally served as a customs house. Its design incorporates all of the key ideas of the Renaissance Movement, including symmetry, proportion, repetition, and balance.

24.  Budapest University of Technology and Economics

The Budapest University of Technology and Economics is another school. located right across the river from the Corvinus University. The image above shows the campus’s main building, which was completed in 1909. Like so many structures in Budapest, the design of the building is extremely eclectic. It combines NeoRomanesque and NeoGothic characteristics, and pairs them with elements from Classicism, like Corinthian Columns.

25. Vigadó Hall

Vigadó Hall is a concert venue constructed in Budapest in 1859. It replaced an even older structure, which had burned down a few years prior. The Vigadó still holds live events, and it’s one of many venues that help give Budapest its vibrant arts and culture scene. The Vigadó is located not far from the banks of the river, and it’s just a few steps off the Danube Promenade. The facade of the building is mostly Neoclassical, but also has influences from other forms of Medieval Architecture.

Art Nouveau Architecture in Budapest

The Revival Movement reached its peak at the end of the 19th century. But by then, many architects had grown tired of recreating the same buildings from the past. Instead, they focused on new, innovative, and sculptural building forms. By the start of the 20th century, styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau Architecture became popular. The Hungarians embraced these new styles, which spread from nearby cities like Prague and Vienna.  

1. Gresham Palace

Gresham Palace is the greatest example of Art Nouveau Architecture in Budapest. The palace sits in Pest, not far from the termination point of Széchenyi Bridge. Gresham Palace opened its doors in 1906, and in the early 2000s, it was bought and turned into a Four Seasons Hotel. Today, it’s one of the most luxurious accommodations in the city, and its prime location makes it very popular with tourists.

Gresham Palace features a facade outfitted with many Art Nouveau-inspired elements. These include elliptical arches, gold trim, and lively sculptures and statues. Details like this were common in the “art” styles that followed the Revival movement – which include Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Beaux Arts. At night, the Facade of Gresham Palace is completely illuminated, and many of the building’s exuberant features can be seen more clearly.

2. The New York Palace

The New York Palace is another interesting work of Art Nouveau Architecture in Budapest. Like Gresham Palace, the exterior facade is very sculptural, and it contains several fluid, undulating forms. The building also contains many traditional design elements from Classicism, such as cornices, ballustrades, and Ionic Columns. The New York Palace was completed in 1894, and it originally housed offices on the upper levels.

During the early 2000s, the building was sold to a hotel chain. It quickly transformed into a luxury 5-star resort, which opened in 2006. The New York Palace is also home to The New York Cafe, one of the most renowned coffee shops in the city. There is typically a long line of patrons standing outside waiting to get in. The cafe offers delicious drinks and food in a luxurious setting.

3. Gellért Thermal Bath

The Gellért Bath is another one of the many bathhouses utilizing the thermal hot springs below Budapest. The building is located at the base of Gellért Hill, overlooking the waters of the Danube River. The Gellért Thermal Bath was designed in the Art Nouveau Style and completed in 1918. The right image above shows some stained glass within one of the building’s grand staircases. This glass shows some typical Art Nouveau characteristics, like fluid and undulating forms, paired with imagery from nature.

4. Budapest Exchange Palace

The Budapest Exchange Palace was originally constructed to house the Budapest Stock Exchange. It was constructed overlooking Liberty Square on the Pest side of the city. The building was completed in 1905 and designed using a blend of Beaux Arts and Art Nouveau design elements. Both of these building styles were popular in the early 1900s, and they are known for their use of sculptural elements and curving geometry.

5. Royal Riding Hall

The Royal Riding Hall is an Art Nouveau building, located on the grounds of Buda Castle. Its design utilizes many Art Nouveau features, like fluid sculptures and organic elements. The original building was completed in 1901, but was devastated in WWII. The damage was so bad that the structure had to be completely demolished after the war. Today, thanks to Budapest’s National Hauszmann Program, enough funding was secured to rebuild the building in its original form. The image above was taken in 2023, just a few years after the Royal Riding Hall opened. 

6. Párisi Udvar

The Parisi Udvar is a building in Pest that was designed using an eclectic blend of styles. The building was completed in the early 1900s, and its design incorporates a variety of Art Nouveau, NeoGothic, and Moorish Revival elements. The Parisi Udvar also contains an intricately decorated concourse that cuts through the entire site. This concourse is home to the Parisi Cafe, another one of Budapest’s many posh coffee houses. Although not as famous as the New York Cafe, the Parisi Cafe still offers visitors drinks, cakes, and pastries in a glamorous setting.

7. Klotild Palaces

The Klotild Palaces are two symmetrical works of Art Nouveau Architecture in Budapest. They are located along Szabad sajtó Way, one of the finest and most distinguished streets in the entire city. The street connects with Erzsébet Bridge and is lined with many impressive buildings from the turn of the century. The Klotild Palaces were designed by a famous Hungarian Architect named Kálmán Giergl. He was very accomplished and also designed other buildings like the New York Palace and the Franz Liszt Academy of Music.

8. Franz Liszt Academy of Music

The Franz Liszt Academy of Music is a school and concert hall located in Pest. The building was designed by a prominent Art Nouveau Architect named Kálmán Giergl. The academy was completed in 1907 and is located just off Andrássy Avenue. The academy is named for Franz Liszt, a renowned Hungarian Composer whose music was incredibly popular during the 19th century.

Modern Architecture in Budapest

Budapest has become one of the largest and most populous cities in Central Europe. It’s home to many works of contemporary architecture, which are mostly found on the Pest side of the city. Budapest has also embraced a lot of modern infrastructure improvements, including upgraded tunnels, bridges, and roadways. Modern Budapest is easy to navigate and is one of the leading capitals of Europe.

1. Bálna

The Bálna is an amazing work of contemporary architecture in Budapest. The building opened in 2013 and contains a shopping mall, restaurants, and exhibition spaces. The Bálna is composed of a large modern form made from glass and metal, which is nestled between two warehouses from the 19th century. The building’s name, Bálna, comes from the Hungarian word for whale – a nod to the building’s unique size and shape.

2. Danube Promenade

The Danube Promenade is a modern walkway overlooking the banks of the Danube River. It extends for much of the waterfront on the Pest side of the city. Pedestrians can walk along the pathway and see many of Budapest’s greatest works of architecture. In the right image above, you can see a modern sculpture depicting shoes left along the promenade. This artwork commemorates victims of the Holocaust, and the shoes replicate those left behind in various concentration camps.

3. Erzsébet Bridge

The Erzsébet Bridge is one of several crossing points over the Danube River in the middle of Budapest. The bridge opened in 1964 and replaced a much older structure. The bridge is a standard type of Suspension Bridge, and it connects Pest with the neighborhood just north of Gellért Hill. The bridge was specifically designed with a slight curve that bumps around a church dating from the Baroque Age.

4. Magyar Theatre

The Magyar Theatre is another of Budapest’s many performing arts venues. The theater has origins dating to the 19th century, but the facility was greatly expanded during a large renovation in 1966. The building’s main facade contains an interesting work of modernist art that looms over a small square. Today, the Magyar Theatre still hosts many performances in the Hungarian Language – also known as Magyar.

Neighborhoods of Budapest

Architecture of Budapest: In Review

Budapest is an incredible and unique city. It was extremely important as the capital of the medieval Kingdom of Hungary, and it is still vital today as the center of the Hungarian Nation. Budapest contains a vast assortment of impressive Revivalist Architecture, including many buildings that were constructed for the Hungarian Millennium Celebration of 1896. Budapest also contains a wide variety of Romanesque, Gothic, and Modern Architecture, which all blend together to create one of the world’s most beautiful cities.    

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