Welcome to Bratislava

 

Bratislava is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, and the capital of Slovakia. Many tourists come here, drawn by the unique charm of the city that still preserves its Old Town well. The history of the place goes back a long time, as human settlements were established here in ancient times.

Many things worth visiting wait for you in Bratislava. The historical part of the city is sure to catch your heart, and the general feeling of the place makes it so unique that you will want to come back here again. This European capital should be a must-see on the list of cities you want to visit.

 

Main attractions:

St Martin’s Cathedral - http://dom.fara.sk/

Though it was consecrated and officially opened in 1452, it had taken nearly two centuries from ground-breaking to complete this Gothic cathedral. the surroundings of St Martins are as memorable as the structure itself. In the cathedral’s case, this includes the picturesque remains of outbuildings in a spacious staired courtyard, and a working seminary with robed adepts on a cobblestoned sidestreet.

 

Bratislava Castle – http://www.snm.sk

Bratislava Castle, looking over the historic core of the capital of the Slovak Republic is a landmark of this town and a National Cultural Monument that attracts the looks not only the inhabitants of Bratislava, but also the large amount of visitors from all parts of Slovakia, Europe and the whole World.

 

Primate’s Palace Bratislava

The Palace, built in 1778 and located in the centre of Old Town is considered as one the most beautiful building in Bratislava. Its pale pink and white exterior is topped with various marble statues and a large cast iron cardinal’s hat. The hat is a symbol of the Archbishop, for whom the palace was built, and of the various cardinals who lived here throughout the years.

 

St. Elizabeth's Church - The Blue Little Church in Bratislava

It is one of the most beautiful pieces of Art Nouveau architecture in the world. The Second Church of St. Elizabeth or the Blue Little Church (Modry kostolik) was built from 1907-1913 according to the design of Hungarian architect Odon Lechner. Today, the Blue Church also has a high school and rectory.

 

Grassalkovich Palace - Slovakia's White House

Now the home to Slovakia's President, Grassalkovich Palace was once the home and meeting place for several members of the Austro-Hungarian and Habsburg aristocracy.

 

Old Town Hall in Bratislava

Originally the site of a towered house in the 14th century, the old town hall arose in the 15th century by connecting several burgher houses, and then went through several reconstructions in the course of the centuries. After the earthquake of 1599, it was reconstructed in Renaissance style, while the town-hall tower was rebuilt in baroque style in the 18th century. In 1912 the rear wing was constructed in neo-renaissance style from the side of the courtyard, and neo-gothic style from the side of the Primacial square.

 

St. Michael's Street and St. Michael's Gate in Bratislava

St. Michael's Gate and Street are one of Bratislava's popular sights and is a quaint street lined with many shops and restaurants. In the summertime, the Michalska Ulica is teeming with tourists, street bands, and locals enjoying the cool Slovak summer nights.

 

Devin Castle

Devín Castle, a national cultural monument, is located at the foot of a cliff above the confluence of the Danube and Morava Rivers. This strategically important site has been settled since the late Stone Age by a succession of groups, from the Celts to the Romans, the Goths to the Lombards, and many more.

Visits & Excursions

Worth to do and visit:

… enjoy a relaxing walk around the painstakingly restored Old Town of Bratislava, a compact pedestrian area dotted with Baroque palaces of the Hungarian magnates.

… stroll around the Main Square craft market beneath the Renaissance Knight Roland Fountain that is an emblematic monument of Bratislava.

… spend an enjoyable evening at Bratislava´s Opera.

… do not miss the excellent wines from the Small Carpathian and other Slovak wine growing districts.

… you might sample the most famous local cheese sorts, “parenica” or “ostiepok”.

 

Excursions:

… take the “Small Carpathian Wine Route”, a trip to the small cities and villages under the hills of the Small Carpathian

… return to the past visiting Cerveny Kamen Castle (Redstone Castle)

… visit Roman military camp Gerulata which was a part of unique fortification in the north boundary of Roman Empire - LIMES ROMANUS.

… go and relax in the Spa City – Piestany

... take a boat trip by Danube river to Devin Castle or Vienna

… go to Trancin and visit the Castle witch never has been conquered by a direct attack

… explore the village of Topo??ianky, which is located north of the western Slovak town of Zlaté Moravce at the foothill of the Tribe? Mountains

… visit Nitra and feel the wonderful anciene atmosphere of the town

… buy beautiful Slovak folk ceramics and majolica hand crafted and painted from Modra (ca. 24 km from Bratislava)

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Welcome to Budapest

 

Budapest, one of the most beautiful historical capitals in Europe, is situated on the banks of the Danube. The city actually consists of three cities: Óbuda, the oldest section, with Celtic and Roman ruins, Buda in hills on the western bank, famous for its historic Castle Hill and beautiful residential area, and bustling Pest with its shopping, government and commercial districts on the flat plain of the east bank. United in 1873, Budapest is renowned as the location of one of the most beautiful World Heritage sites.

 

Main attractions:

The Buda Castle District

The Castle District in Buda is the ancient kernel of the capital's right-bank settlement. Everything that surrounds it was once only suburbs. From whatever direction you reach the Castle District, you cross the ramparts, which completely encircle Castle Hill.

 

The Fisherman Bastion

The Fishermen's Bastion is one of the most popular spots of the Castle District with visitors, as it offers a grand panorama of almost the entire city. It is situated ac the eastern side of Castle Hill, and can be reached from the centre of the district, Szentháromság tér (Trinity Square).

 

The Hungarian Parliament - www.parlament.hu

The largest building in the country, which is the permanent location of the national assembly, is situated on the bank of the Danube, and its entrance face Kossuth Square. The Neo-Gothic building complex was built between 1884 and 1904 according to the plans of Imre Steindl.

 

Heroe’s square

The capital’s most spectacular square can be found at the entrance to the City Park. Arriving from Andrássy Avenue the visitors can see the middle column of the Millennium Memorial, on the top of which Archangel Gabriel is holding the Holy Crown and the apostolic double cross.

 

Andrassy Avenue

In spite of its clearly separable units, Andrássy Avenue and its neighborhood are the results of the unique architectural style of the end of the 19th century. The most beautiful buildings in the eclectic style can be seen here, for example the outstandingly beautiful Opera House and many old flats with wonderful and intimate inner courts, statues and fountains.

 

St. Stephan’s Basilica

It is the largest church in Budapest, the dome of which can be seen from all points in the city. It was built between 1851 and 1905. The Classicist basilica houses Hungary’s most sacred relic: the Holy Right, which is the mummified right hand of St. Stephen, after whom the basilica was named.

 

Matthias Church

Matthias Church or the Main Coronation Church in the Buda Castle district, which stands on the Szentháromság (Holy Trinity) Square, is a monument with a long history. Religious tradition has it that the church was founded by St. Stephen in 1015. The royal cathedral, which was officially named as the Church of Our Lady Wicha, was built in several stages. Its present Neo-Gothic form is the result of a large-scale reconstruction in 1896, led by Frigyes Schulek.

 

The Budapest Spa’s

Budapest is the city of spas. The Széchenyi Baths, which have a very prestigious position on the list of Budapest sights that are not to be missed, are not only the largest bath complex in Europe with their 15 pools, but also the most pleasant baths in the capital. Gellért bath is the most popular bath among tourists arriving in Budapest. The original equipment and furniture, in an Art Nouveau style, has been preserved in most of the baths: artistic mosaics, colourful stained-glass windows and statues decorate the buildings.

Visits & Excursions

Worth to do and visit:

… take the little train and visit The Margaret Island

… go with the children’s old train and take a tour of the green area of Budapest

… do the sightseeing tour along the Danube with the River Ride Amphibious bus

… book a traditional Danube River Cruise with live music entertainment in the evening

… book tickets for the Budapest State Opera House

… enjoy a typical Hungarian Gulyas dinner at Csardas with gipsy music and folklore show

 

Excursions:

… see the Danube Bend with Esztergom, Szentendre and Visegrad (with lunch or night show)

… take a day excursion to the Balaton Lake with wine cellar tour and wine tasting

… go in a day excursion to Sopron

… visit the Godollo Castle

… take a full day excursion to Eger

… enjoy a traditional full day excursion to the Hungarian Puszta with horse show and farm visit.

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