The Citadel of Budapest

The Citadel of Budapest is located on top of a hill and provides outstanding views on the surrounding Pilis Mountains and Buda Hills. This Citadel was built during middles of the 19th century by request of the Austrian Habsburgs and with the aim of counting with a strategic spot from which they could prevent the Hungarians to conquer their independence.

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The Chain Bridge of Budapest

The Chain Bridge of Budapest is one of the most iconic elements of the city. This bridge is the first connection that ever existed between Buda and Pest, over the Danube River, and still nowadays is one of the most impressive suspension bridges of not only Hungary but all Europe as well. When visiting Budapest during their vacation in Hungary, this is without nay doubt one of the first attractions tourists would meet, since they might have it in front of their eyes before they are aware of it.

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The Bathing Halls of Budapest

Budapest is famous by its more than 30 bathing halls served by the richest mineral springs of Europe. Many of these bathing halls have been recognized as spas, and they are one of the main tourist attractions of not only Budapest but the entire Hungary as well, receiving visitors from around the world on a constant basis, many of whom plan their vacation in Hungary with the main purpose of meeting these spots.

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