32 result(s) for local history in Getting around
Insider's Guide: Children's Railway in Budapest
- 23 Aug 2024 6:05 AM
- getting around
Of all the attractions Budapest has to offer, its palaces and galleries, its baths and its parks, there’s one gem that is charm personified: the Children’s Railway. Scenic and family-friendly, this retro wonder is both a great day trip and a journey back in time.
Insider’s Guide: Top 7 Taxi Firms in Budapest
- 22 Aug 2024 11:47 AM
- getting around
Key taxi firms in the Hungarian capital were recently tested across multiple criteria by the local ‘Conscious Consumers Association’. The one aim was to determine which of seven key companies tested is the best choice when you need a cab in Budapest.
Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names
- 12 Feb 2024 5:23 PM
- https://english.atlatszo.hu/
- getting around
A third of Budapest’s 8,598 streets and squares have been renamed at least once in their history. A third of those now bear the name of a real or fictitious person, the most popular being Attila József. A look at the reasons for renaming and the issues of political memory it spotlights.
Tourism Thriving in Esztergom - Star City of Danube Bend Region
- 26 Sep 2023 5:48 AM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- getting around
By combining its special historical and cultural values, its favorable natural features, and new culinary attractions, Esztergom (northern Hungary) has attracted a wider audience than ever before, and by the end of July, the number of local overnight stays had increased by 15 percent, writes Világgazdaság.
Top 7 Free Attractions in Budapest
- 22 Sep 2023 9:02 AM
- getting around
As the song says, the best things in life are free. And this is just as true in Budapest, where there are plenty of free options for folks on a budget. Many museums, parks, and landmarks can be enjoyed without spending a single forint, here’s a look at seven choices around this beautiful city – while most of these are free things to do in Budapest, a very affordable option is also included.
Insider’s Guide: Kolodko's Strange Small Statues Around Budapest
- 14 Jun 2023 6:02 PM
- getting around
As you pass Budapest’s key sites and vantage points, keep a look out for a strange little figure you might see alongside. These figurines are the work of sculptor Mihály Kolodko and often embellish the story behind the landmark, usually in an offbeat, humorous way.
Insider’s Guide: Margaret Island in Budapest
- 12 Jun 2023 5:53 AM
- getting around
This island in the Danube is a tranquil retreat, offering a blend of nature, history and recreational activity. In the latest in our series focusing on Budapest’s best attractions, we delve into the fascinating story of Margaret Island and uncover why it is a must-visit for those seeking a slice of serenity in the Hungarian capital.
Budapest Soon To Be 150
- 18 Apr 2023 1:37 PM
- getting around
By Mark Higgie for Xpatloop.com. The Hungarian capital will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the unification of Pest, Buda and Obuda – on 17 November 1873 – much happier than during its two earlier big birthdays.
Top 5 Lesser Known UNESCO Wonders In Hungary
- 9 Mar 2023 3:16 PM
- getting around
Here you can see the least famous yet fantastic local World Heritage Sites, along with a brief description about why they’re so wonderful.
Insider's Guide: Children's Railway in Budapest
- 23 Aug 2024 6:05 AM
- getting around
Of all the attractions Budapest has to offer, its palaces and galleries, its baths and its parks, there’s one gem that is charm personified: the Children’s Railway. Scenic and family-friendly, this retro wonder is both a great day trip and a journey back in time.
Insider’s Guide: Top 7 Taxi Firms in Budapest
- 22 Aug 2024 11:47 AM
- getting around
Key taxi firms in the Hungarian capital were recently tested across multiple criteria by the local ‘Conscious Consumers Association’. The one aim was to determine which of seven key companies tested is the best choice when you need a cab in Budapest.
Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names
- 12 Feb 2024 5:23 PM
- https://english.atlatszo.hu/
- getting around
A third of Budapest’s 8,598 streets and squares have been renamed at least once in their history. A third of those now bear the name of a real or fictitious person, the most popular being Attila József. A look at the reasons for renaming and the issues of political memory it spotlights.
Tourism Thriving in Esztergom - Star City of Danube Bend Region
- 26 Sep 2023 5:48 AM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- getting around
By combining its special historical and cultural values, its favorable natural features, and new culinary attractions, Esztergom (northern Hungary) has attracted a wider audience than ever before, and by the end of July, the number of local overnight stays had increased by 15 percent, writes Világgazdaság.
Top 7 Free Attractions in Budapest
- 22 Sep 2023 9:02 AM
- getting around
As the song says, the best things in life are free. And this is just as true in Budapest, where there are plenty of free options for folks on a budget. Many museums, parks, and landmarks can be enjoyed without spending a single forint, here’s a look at seven choices around this beautiful city – while most of these are free things to do in Budapest, a very affordable option is also included.
Insider’s Guide: Kolodko's Strange Small Statues Around Budapest
- 14 Jun 2023 6:02 PM
- getting around
As you pass Budapest’s key sites and vantage points, keep a look out for a strange little figure you might see alongside. These figurines are the work of sculptor Mihály Kolodko and often embellish the story behind the landmark, usually in an offbeat, humorous way.
Insider’s Guide: Margaret Island in Budapest
- 12 Jun 2023 5:53 AM
- getting around
This island in the Danube is a tranquil retreat, offering a blend of nature, history and recreational activity. In the latest in our series focusing on Budapest’s best attractions, we delve into the fascinating story of Margaret Island and uncover why it is a must-visit for those seeking a slice of serenity in the Hungarian capital.
Budapest Soon To Be 150
- 18 Apr 2023 1:37 PM
- getting around
By Mark Higgie for Xpatloop.com. The Hungarian capital will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the unification of Pest, Buda and Obuda – on 17 November 1873 – much happier than during its two earlier big birthdays.
Top 5 Lesser Known UNESCO Wonders In Hungary
- 9 Mar 2023 3:16 PM
- getting around
Here you can see the least famous yet fantastic local World Heritage Sites, along with a brief description about why they’re so wonderful.