222 result(s) for unesco
Budapest, The “City Of Design”
- 17 Feb 2016 8:02 AM
- getting around
The Hungarian capital city has been recently invited to join the Creative Cities Network by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
2015 Year Of Cultural Developments In Budapest
- 30 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- community & culture
The government launched a number of cultural development projects over the course of the past year, culture state secretary Péter Hoppál told MTI in an interview. Hoppál noted that the government has allocated 14.5 billion forints (EUR 46.3m) to refurbish the Eiffel Hall, the old railway building in Budapest’s 10th district to serve as a base and storage facility for the soon to be renovated ...
Now On Until 31 January: Schöffer, A Retrospective, Kunsthalle Budapest
- 3 Dec 2015 8:03 AM
- community & culture
It is probably the first and last occasion that this extraordinary collection sourced form the one-time studio of Nicolas Schöffer, renowned for his kinetic light sculpture, will be exhibited in Hungary. The exhibition – realized through the cooperation of the artist’s widow – will present the futuristic-retro work of Nicolas Schöffer, the Hungarian-born French artist from October to January in ...
Exhibition On Hungarian Doctor Semmelweis, & Architect Rómer Opens In Unesco Headquarters
- 3 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- community & culture
An exhibition presenting the life and work of Hungarian doctor and physician Ignaz Semmelweis (1818- 1865) and architect Flóris Rómer (1815- 1889) has opened in the headquarters of UNESCO. The exhibition pays tribute to the two Hungarian personalities, marking the 150th death anniversary of Semmelweis and the 200th birth anniversary of Rómer.
Budapest Hosts Hungarian-Flemish Talks
- 19 Nov 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The Hungarian-Flemish Joint Committee held its 9th meeting in Budapest, the foreign ministry said. Co-chairs István Mikola of Hungary and Koen Verlaeckt of Flanders praised the body’s achievements in developing bilateral ties over the past two decades. Mikola said the restoration of cultural heritage sites in Iraq within the framework of UNESCO as a prospective field of cooperation.
The Gabrieli Choir 10th Anniversary Concert, Matthias Church, 6 November
- 5 Nov 2015 8:02 AM
- community & culture
When in a dimly lit church under georgeous gothic arches, a cathedral choir of men and small boys silently take their seats on the richly carved wooden choir seats, you instantly feel that something extraordinary is going to happen. When music starts, the remarkably crystal clear, heavenly sound is unforgettable.
World Science Forum In Budapest Next Week
- 29 Oct 2015 8:00 AM
- tech
The scientific world will direct its attention towards Budapest next week as the biannual World Science Forum conference takes place at the Academy of Sciences. Nobel Prize scientists from more than 100 countries will attend, along with science policy decision makers from the EU. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and EU Culture and Education Commissioner Tibor Navracsics will open the forum on November ...
WOMEX Honours & Preserves Multi-Ethnic Heritage Of Budapest
- 1 Oct 2015 10:00 AM
- entertainment
Featured prominently on the World Heritage Site List of UNESCO, Budapest is the fifth most visited capital of Europe (Euromonitor International) and the cultural hub of "CEE" - Central Eastern Europe. The majestic Danube splits the city into Buda and Pest and hosts one of the biggest festivals on the international touring circuit, Sziget (meaning 'island' in Hungarian), every year in August.
Escape From Budapest To Mauritius
- 10 Sep 2015 9:00 AM
- travel
A sparkling crystal in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is fascinating. The contrast of colours, cultures and tastes makes the island so truly charming that it's hard not to have an unforgettable holiday. You have the opportunity to experience luxury or basic accommodation: a level of refinement that's above what is on offer in other tropical destinations, or more simple ...
Budapest, The “City Of Design”
- 17 Feb 2016 8:02 AM
- getting around
The Hungarian capital city has been recently invited to join the Creative Cities Network by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
2015 Year Of Cultural Developments In Budapest
- 30 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- community & culture
The government launched a number of cultural development projects over the course of the past year, culture state secretary Péter Hoppál told MTI in an interview. Hoppál noted that the government has allocated 14.5 billion forints (EUR 46.3m) to refurbish the Eiffel Hall, the old railway building in Budapest’s 10th district to serve as a base and storage facility for the soon to be renovated ...
Now On Until 31 January: Schöffer, A Retrospective, Kunsthalle Budapest
- 3 Dec 2015 8:03 AM
- community & culture
It is probably the first and last occasion that this extraordinary collection sourced form the one-time studio of Nicolas Schöffer, renowned for his kinetic light sculpture, will be exhibited in Hungary. The exhibition – realized through the cooperation of the artist’s widow – will present the futuristic-retro work of Nicolas Schöffer, the Hungarian-born French artist from October to January in ...
Exhibition On Hungarian Doctor Semmelweis, & Architect Rómer Opens In Unesco Headquarters
- 3 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- community & culture
An exhibition presenting the life and work of Hungarian doctor and physician Ignaz Semmelweis (1818- 1865) and architect Flóris Rómer (1815- 1889) has opened in the headquarters of UNESCO. The exhibition pays tribute to the two Hungarian personalities, marking the 150th death anniversary of Semmelweis and the 200th birth anniversary of Rómer.
Budapest Hosts Hungarian-Flemish Talks
- 19 Nov 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The Hungarian-Flemish Joint Committee held its 9th meeting in Budapest, the foreign ministry said. Co-chairs István Mikola of Hungary and Koen Verlaeckt of Flanders praised the body’s achievements in developing bilateral ties over the past two decades. Mikola said the restoration of cultural heritage sites in Iraq within the framework of UNESCO as a prospective field of cooperation.
The Gabrieli Choir 10th Anniversary Concert, Matthias Church, 6 November
- 5 Nov 2015 8:02 AM
- community & culture
When in a dimly lit church under georgeous gothic arches, a cathedral choir of men and small boys silently take their seats on the richly carved wooden choir seats, you instantly feel that something extraordinary is going to happen. When music starts, the remarkably crystal clear, heavenly sound is unforgettable.
World Science Forum In Budapest Next Week
- 29 Oct 2015 8:00 AM
- tech
The scientific world will direct its attention towards Budapest next week as the biannual World Science Forum conference takes place at the Academy of Sciences. Nobel Prize scientists from more than 100 countries will attend, along with science policy decision makers from the EU. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and EU Culture and Education Commissioner Tibor Navracsics will open the forum on November ...
WOMEX Honours & Preserves Multi-Ethnic Heritage Of Budapest
- 1 Oct 2015 10:00 AM
- entertainment
Featured prominently on the World Heritage Site List of UNESCO, Budapest is the fifth most visited capital of Europe (Euromonitor International) and the cultural hub of "CEE" - Central Eastern Europe. The majestic Danube splits the city into Buda and Pest and hosts one of the biggest festivals on the international touring circuit, Sziget (meaning 'island' in Hungarian), every year in August.
Escape From Budapest To Mauritius
- 10 Sep 2015 9:00 AM
- travel
A sparkling crystal in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is fascinating. The contrast of colours, cultures and tastes makes the island so truly charming that it's hard not to have an unforgettable holiday. You have the opportunity to experience luxury or basic accommodation: a level of refinement that's above what is on offer in other tropical destinations, or more simple ...