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Traditions In Hungary: Epiphany, 6 January
- 6 Jan 2025 8:57 AM
- community & culture
Most Hungarians associate January 6 with a quite new custom – taking down the Christmas tree decorated on December 24 (Twelfth Night tradition). However, the customs of this day root much deeper.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 18 Dec 2024 7:18 AM
- specials
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Special HUF 50,000 Coin Issued by National Bank
- 21 Nov 2024 1:57 PM
- community & culture
Yesterday the 'Magyar Nemzeti Bank' issued a particularly valuable gold collectors coin named The Golden Florin of Laduslaus V (László aranyforintja V.) in single and in piedfort version, which is four times the weight of a normal coin. These coins represent the eighth addition in the Hungarian medieval gold florin series.
The Coronation Mantle on Display in National Museum Budapest
- 14 Nov 2024 11:48 AM
- community & culture
One matchless treasure held by the Hungarian National Museum is the mantle that used to be worn by Hungarian monarchs at their coronation; it is a garment that King Stephen I (St. Stephen of Hungary) and his wife Gisela of Bavaria had made in 1031.
Insider’s Guide: Mary Magdalene Church - Outstanding Landmark in Buda Castle
- 24 Jul 2024 5:28 PM
- property
The prominent Lookout tower on the higher level here provides extraordinary panorama views of the key buildings of Budapest, and this alone is a very good reason to know about this local landmark.
Top 10 Secondhand Bookstores in Budapest - Part 2
- 24 Jul 2024 9:40 AM
- shopping
These book shop gems offer a treasure trove of both modern page-turners and rare finds, vintage collections and beloved classics, all at affordable prices given that they're secondhand. Whether you're hunting for a specific title or simply enjoy the thrill of browsing through well stocked bookshelves, this list will guide you to the best spots in the city to indulge your passion for books.
International Palace Games of Visegrád, 12 - 14 July
- 12 Jul 2024 4:57 PM
- entertainment
The International Palace Games of Visegrád is the largest medieval festival in Hungary, held annually at the second weekend of July.
Rare Renaissance Marble Carving Unearthed in Visegrád Castle
- 3 Jul 2024 1:53 PM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- community & culture
A unique Renaissance altarpiece has been discovered at Visegrád Castle (Central-Hungary).
The Unknown Artist: 'Accidental Light Exhibition', Arany Oroszlán Club Budapest, 7 - 16 June
- 22 May 2024 6:52 AM
- entertainment
The Unknown Artist will explore themes of war and the artist's role in the modern world through the language of Byzantine and medieval Russian iconography. Experimenting with traditional Eastern Christian imagery, reverse perspective, and gold, the artist collaborates with an international team of Eastern European musicians, videographers, and designers.
Traditions In Hungary: Epiphany, 6 January
- 6 Jan 2025 8:57 AM
- community & culture
Most Hungarians associate January 6 with a quite new custom – taking down the Christmas tree decorated on December 24 (Twelfth Night tradition). However, the customs of this day root much deeper.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 18 Dec 2024 7:18 AM
- specials
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Special HUF 50,000 Coin Issued by National Bank
- 21 Nov 2024 1:57 PM
- community & culture
Yesterday the 'Magyar Nemzeti Bank' issued a particularly valuable gold collectors coin named The Golden Florin of Laduslaus V (László aranyforintja V.) in single and in piedfort version, which is four times the weight of a normal coin. These coins represent the eighth addition in the Hungarian medieval gold florin series.
The Coronation Mantle on Display in National Museum Budapest
- 14 Nov 2024 11:48 AM
- community & culture
One matchless treasure held by the Hungarian National Museum is the mantle that used to be worn by Hungarian monarchs at their coronation; it is a garment that King Stephen I (St. Stephen of Hungary) and his wife Gisela of Bavaria had made in 1031.
Insider’s Guide: Mary Magdalene Church - Outstanding Landmark in Buda Castle
- 24 Jul 2024 5:28 PM
- property
The prominent Lookout tower on the higher level here provides extraordinary panorama views of the key buildings of Budapest, and this alone is a very good reason to know about this local landmark.
Top 10 Secondhand Bookstores in Budapest - Part 2
- 24 Jul 2024 9:40 AM
- shopping
These book shop gems offer a treasure trove of both modern page-turners and rare finds, vintage collections and beloved classics, all at affordable prices given that they're secondhand. Whether you're hunting for a specific title or simply enjoy the thrill of browsing through well stocked bookshelves, this list will guide you to the best spots in the city to indulge your passion for books.
International Palace Games of Visegrád, 12 - 14 July
- 12 Jul 2024 4:57 PM
- entertainment
The International Palace Games of Visegrád is the largest medieval festival in Hungary, held annually at the second weekend of July.
Rare Renaissance Marble Carving Unearthed in Visegrád Castle
- 3 Jul 2024 1:53 PM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- community & culture
A unique Renaissance altarpiece has been discovered at Visegrád Castle (Central-Hungary).
The Unknown Artist: 'Accidental Light Exhibition', Arany Oroszlán Club Budapest, 7 - 16 June
- 22 May 2024 6:52 AM
- entertainment
The Unknown Artist will explore themes of war and the artist's role in the modern world through the language of Byzantine and medieval Russian iconography. Experimenting with traditional Eastern Christian imagery, reverse perspective, and gold, the artist collaborates with an international team of Eastern European musicians, videographers, and designers.