134 result(s) for medieval
Insider's Guide: Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest
- 7 Jun 2023 7:53 AM
- property
Few places capture the magic of Budapest quite like Fishermen's Bastion. Perched high above the Danube beside Matthias Church, this fairy-tale terrace offers some of Europe's most spectacular city views. This handy guide covers the fascinating history of one of Hungary's most photographed landmarks, along with key facts and insider tips to help make the most of a visit.
WhiskyNet Insight: Summer, Sunshine, Grapes and Citruses – G&T Season is Here
- 6 Jun 2023 3:01 PM
- specials
As we enter June, the temperature is rising, the daily hours of sunshine is growing, and the outdoor terraces of bars and restaurants get busy and lively.
Expat Explainer: Why Do Hungarians Call Themselves Magyars?
- 23 May 2023 5:55 AM
- community & culture
In the center of the Carpathian Basin, there's a people whose language and culture is different to other nations. The Magyar. Where did they come from? Who are they exactly? The quick video below well covers those questions, but what about the term Magyars? Peterjon Cresswell digs into the topic to provide fascinating insights and several answers.
International Palace Games of Visegrád, 7 - 9 July
- 23 Feb 2023 6:29 PM
- entertainment
The International Palace Games of Visegrád is the largest medieval festival in Hungary, held annually at the second weekend of July.
'An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Chapter 3, Part 8.
- 23 Jan 2023 7:52 AM
- community & culture
Marion Merrick’s books are the only first-hand account written by a westerner of what it was like to live and work in communist Hungary, and then in the aftermath of the 1989 change of regime.
Xploring Budapest: National Gallery - Local & International Masterpieces
- 5 Jan 2023 1:23 PM
- community & culture
The Hungarian National Gallery in the Buda Castle is the largest public collection of Hungarian fine art, with a great history and lots to discover, as short video below shows.
'Jewish Cultural Festival' in Budapest, 6 - 12 September
- 31 Aug 2022 6:21 PM
- community & culture
The 24th Jewish Cultural Festival will be held at seven venues in Budapest this year, under the slogan “Tuned to joie de vivre”.
Hungarian Opinion: Controversy Over State Audit Office Report on Women
- 31 Aug 2022 9:38 AM
- http://www.budapost.eu
- current affairs
A left-wing columnist discusses an analysis on the alleged overrepresentation of female students in higher education. He accuses the government of trying to force traditional gender roles on women. A government critical conservative pundit finds the accusation groundless.
Top 5 Most Unusual Buildings in Budapest
- 27 Aug 2022 10:58 AM
- https://welovebudapest.com/en
- property
Budapest is not all Baroque but it is quite uniform. If you just want to look at pretty façades, historic palaces or majolica-tiled buildings, there are plenty of options.
Insider's Guide: Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest
- 7 Jun 2023 7:53 AM
- property
Few places capture the magic of Budapest quite like Fishermen's Bastion. Perched high above the Danube beside Matthias Church, this fairy-tale terrace offers some of Europe's most spectacular city views. This handy guide covers the fascinating history of one of Hungary's most photographed landmarks, along with key facts and insider tips to help make the most of a visit.
WhiskyNet Insight: Summer, Sunshine, Grapes and Citruses – G&T Season is Here
- 6 Jun 2023 3:01 PM
- specials
As we enter June, the temperature is rising, the daily hours of sunshine is growing, and the outdoor terraces of bars and restaurants get busy and lively.
Expat Explainer: Why Do Hungarians Call Themselves Magyars?
- 23 May 2023 5:55 AM
- community & culture
In the center of the Carpathian Basin, there's a people whose language and culture is different to other nations. The Magyar. Where did they come from? Who are they exactly? The quick video below well covers those questions, but what about the term Magyars? Peterjon Cresswell digs into the topic to provide fascinating insights and several answers.
International Palace Games of Visegrád, 7 - 9 July
- 23 Feb 2023 6:29 PM
- entertainment
The International Palace Games of Visegrád is the largest medieval festival in Hungary, held annually at the second weekend of July.
'An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary': Chapter 3, Part 8.
- 23 Jan 2023 7:52 AM
- community & culture
Marion Merrick’s books are the only first-hand account written by a westerner of what it was like to live and work in communist Hungary, and then in the aftermath of the 1989 change of regime.
Xploring Budapest: National Gallery - Local & International Masterpieces
- 5 Jan 2023 1:23 PM
- community & culture
The Hungarian National Gallery in the Buda Castle is the largest public collection of Hungarian fine art, with a great history and lots to discover, as short video below shows.
'Jewish Cultural Festival' in Budapest, 6 - 12 September
- 31 Aug 2022 6:21 PM
- community & culture
The 24th Jewish Cultural Festival will be held at seven venues in Budapest this year, under the slogan “Tuned to joie de vivre”.
Hungarian Opinion: Controversy Over State Audit Office Report on Women
- 31 Aug 2022 9:38 AM
- http://www.budapost.eu
- current affairs
A left-wing columnist discusses an analysis on the alleged overrepresentation of female students in higher education. He accuses the government of trying to force traditional gender roles on women. A government critical conservative pundit finds the accusation groundless.
Top 5 Most Unusual Buildings in Budapest
- 27 Aug 2022 10:58 AM
- https://welovebudapest.com/en
- property
Budapest is not all Baroque but it is quite uniform. If you just want to look at pretty façades, historic palaces or majolica-tiled buildings, there are plenty of options.