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Xpat Opinion: An Outstanding Memoir Of Hungary During World War II
- 1 Jul 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
History buffs who take an interest in central Europe and Hungary have long been at a disadvantage. The body of good works on Hungarian history remains largely in Hungarian. There are some great exceptions, of course, like Sir Bryan Cartledge’s work. But relatively speaking, really good stuff — especially about the 20th century — is difficult to find in English.
Xploring Budapest Landmarks: The Károlyi Palace
- 23 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- property
In 1928, the capital bought the building – located at 1053 Budapest, Károlyi Mihály utca 16. - for 5 million pengős (the Hungarian currency until 1946) as a worthy place to house the collection of the Budapest Picture Gallery. The private palace was turned into a public building and stripped of everything that was thought not to be in keeping with this: its textile hangings, chandeliers, ...
Hungary: Loving It, Leaving It
- 23 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
By David Landry: When I first came here, local folks mostly asked me “Why Hungary?” Now when I tell them I’m leaving, they say “It’s a good time.” So what has happened in the past 19 years?
Upcoming Concert: Hugh Laurie In Budapest, 19 July
- 23 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Hugh is best known internationally for his performance in House, the Fox TV series. Most people don't know that he has played piano for most of his life, and will perform for the first time in Hungary with The Copper Bottom Band at Budapest Congress & World Trade Center in the 12th district.
This multi-talented man has had an exceptional career as an actor, producer, writer and ...
This multi-talented man has had an exceptional career as an actor, producer, writer and ...
Now On: Derkovits: The Artist & His Times, National Gallery Budapest
- 13 Jun 2014 9:04 AM
- community & culture
As part of the ongoing series at the Hungarian National Gallery dealing with the life's works of outstanding Hungarian artists, this exhibition presents the art of one of the major figures from the period between the wars, Gyula Derkovits (1894-1934). The significance of Derkovits was recognized even by the critics, collectors and museum experts of his own age.
New Principal For Britannica International School Budapest Announced
- 12 Jun 2014 2:30 AM
- community & culture
Britannica International School has appointed Richard Vaughan as the new Principal of Britannica International School to succeed Mr Ken Baines who will retire at the end of next month, July 2014. Mr Vaughan will move to Budapest with his wife and two children this Summer.
Madness, The Bloody Beetroots, Kelis And Many More At Sziget Festival In Budapest
- 6 Jun 2014 9:01 AM
- entertainment
More names were added to the always colorful line-up of Sziget Festival. This year Madness, The Bloody Beetroots, Kelis and many more acts will join the already prestigious music program of the Island of Freedom. Sziget is held between 11-18 August in Budapest. Discounted passes are available until the end of July.
Iván Fischer's Opera "The Red Heifer", Vígszínház Budapest, 23 - 24 June
- 5 Jun 2014 9:02 AM
- community & culture
Iván Fischer's opera "The Red Heifer" will be performed at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23rd and Tuesday, June 24th at the Vígszínház in Budapest. This powerful opera has be praised internationally. It is the story of a true drama of a blood libel case that took place in Hungary in the late nineteenth century.
Aggtelek National Park In Hungary: A Great Weekend Getaway
- 4 Jun 2014 9:02 AM
- getting around
Expats may live in Hungary for years without ever venturing further beyond Budapest than Szentendre. The ruin pubs and the Danube Bend certainly have their attractions, and it is sometimes difficult to remember that there is more to the country, especially in terms of natural beauty. One of these easily accessible gems is Aggtelek National Park.
Xpat Opinion: An Outstanding Memoir Of Hungary During World War II
- 1 Jul 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
History buffs who take an interest in central Europe and Hungary have long been at a disadvantage. The body of good works on Hungarian history remains largely in Hungarian. There are some great exceptions, of course, like Sir Bryan Cartledge’s work. But relatively speaking, really good stuff — especially about the 20th century — is difficult to find in English.
Xploring Budapest Landmarks: The Károlyi Palace
- 23 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- property
In 1928, the capital bought the building – located at 1053 Budapest, Károlyi Mihály utca 16. - for 5 million pengős (the Hungarian currency until 1946) as a worthy place to house the collection of the Budapest Picture Gallery. The private palace was turned into a public building and stripped of everything that was thought not to be in keeping with this: its textile hangings, chandeliers, ...
Hungary: Loving It, Leaving It
- 23 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
By David Landry: When I first came here, local folks mostly asked me “Why Hungary?” Now when I tell them I’m leaving, they say “It’s a good time.” So what has happened in the past 19 years?
Upcoming Concert: Hugh Laurie In Budapest, 19 July
- 23 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Hugh is best known internationally for his performance in House, the Fox TV series. Most people don't know that he has played piano for most of his life, and will perform for the first time in Hungary with The Copper Bottom Band at Budapest Congress & World Trade Center in the 12th district.
This multi-talented man has had an exceptional career as an actor, producer, writer and ...
This multi-talented man has had an exceptional career as an actor, producer, writer and ...
Now On: Derkovits: The Artist & His Times, National Gallery Budapest
- 13 Jun 2014 9:04 AM
- community & culture
As part of the ongoing series at the Hungarian National Gallery dealing with the life's works of outstanding Hungarian artists, this exhibition presents the art of one of the major figures from the period between the wars, Gyula Derkovits (1894-1934). The significance of Derkovits was recognized even by the critics, collectors and museum experts of his own age.
New Principal For Britannica International School Budapest Announced
- 12 Jun 2014 2:30 AM
- community & culture
Britannica International School has appointed Richard Vaughan as the new Principal of Britannica International School to succeed Mr Ken Baines who will retire at the end of next month, July 2014. Mr Vaughan will move to Budapest with his wife and two children this Summer.
Madness, The Bloody Beetroots, Kelis And Many More At Sziget Festival In Budapest
- 6 Jun 2014 9:01 AM
- entertainment
More names were added to the always colorful line-up of Sziget Festival. This year Madness, The Bloody Beetroots, Kelis and many more acts will join the already prestigious music program of the Island of Freedom. Sziget is held between 11-18 August in Budapest. Discounted passes are available until the end of July.
Iván Fischer's Opera "The Red Heifer", Vígszínház Budapest, 23 - 24 June
- 5 Jun 2014 9:02 AM
- community & culture
Iván Fischer's opera "The Red Heifer" will be performed at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23rd and Tuesday, June 24th at the Vígszínház in Budapest. This powerful opera has be praised internationally. It is the story of a true drama of a blood libel case that took place in Hungary in the late nineteenth century.
Aggtelek National Park In Hungary: A Great Weekend Getaway
- 4 Jun 2014 9:02 AM
- getting around
Expats may live in Hungary for years without ever venturing further beyond Budapest than Szentendre. The ruin pubs and the Danube Bend certainly have their attractions, and it is sometimes difficult to remember that there is more to the country, especially in terms of natural beauty. One of these easily accessible gems is Aggtelek National Park.