The Bartók National Concert Hall, located in the Palace of Arts, opened in 2005. The state of the art decor and excellent sound system make it a favorite among locals and touring theatre companies. The BNCH is also home to the Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra and Budapest Festival Orchestra, which explains the flurry of activities year-round. Past performers include Zoltan Kocsis, Greek violinist Leondas Kavakos and pianist András Schiff.
La construction de la resplendissante Basilique Saint-Étienne de Pest a pris plusieurs années et elle est dédiée au premier roi de Hongrie, Étienne Ier. Sa main droite est l’une des reliques sacrées abritées dans cette magnifique basilique néoclassique. Conçu sur le modèle d’une croix grecque, son intérieur complexe est orné de chapelles, d’éléments sculpturaux et de fresques. Le pont d’observation au niveau du dôme central est une attraction supplémentaire à l’intérieur de l’église. Bordée par deux tours qui dominent l’horizon de la ville, la Basilique Saint-Étienne de Pest figure parmi les sites les plus vénérés en Hongrie.
Operetta, concerts, and rock opera; the newly renovated Budapest Operetta Theatre features an ecclectic mix of live musical events. Also, for fans of drama, the Theatre puts on Shakespeare plays and other classic performances. Old fashioned box seats, ceiling design, and architecture juxtapose modern lighting and stage technology, creating a uniquely stylized experience.
Le Parlement hongrois fut construit à l’époque où la Hongrie était trois fois plus grande qu’aujourd’hui, avant sa défaite à l’issue de la Première Guerre mondiale. Ce somptueux bâtiment gothique compte 691 pièces, 10 cours et 20 kilomètres d’escaliers, ce qui en fait le plus haut de Budapest et l’une des plus grandes structures du pays. Sa construction a commencé en 1885 en suivant les plans de l’architecte Imre Steindl, et se termina 17 ans plus tard. Il s’agit d’un majestueux bâtiment néo-gothique avec des éléments de styles renaissance et baroque entremêlés dans son design complexe. Un dôme luxuriant constitue la pièce centrale de la façade, encadrée par des flèches délicates et des arches gracieuses, tandis que l’intérieur est richement décoré, illuminé par d’étincelants chandeliers. Il aurait été inspiré par le palais de Westminster à Londres. De nos jours, le gouvernement siège dans seulement une petite portion de ce bâtiment qui abrite aussi les joyaux de la couronne hongroise. Comme beaucoup d’autres monuments situés le long des rives du Danube, vous bénéficierez des meilleures vues de l’autre côté du fleuve.
Construite vers la fin du XIXe siècle pour commémorer le millénaire de la Hongrie, la place des Héros (Hősök Tere) est l’une des places les plus emblématiques de Budapest ainsi qu’un site inscrit au patrimoine mondial. Bordée par la Halle de l’art et le musée des beaux-arts, elle est définie par le monument du Millénaire dont la construction prit plus de trois décennies. La place est ornée de sculptures de héros nationaux qui ont joué un rôle crucial dans l’histoire de la Hongrie et, couronnant le pilier, se trouve une magnifique statue de l’archange Gabriel portant une couronne dans la main droite, derrière laquelle on peut voir une colonnade en dorme de croissant de chefs, rois, héros et dirigeants de Hongrie.
Construit sous la supervision de l'architecte Miklos Ybl en 1884, l'Opéra de Budapest est une œuvre d'art en tant que telle, autant impressionnante que les opéras qui y sont joués. Une visite des lieux est possible, à réserver par téléphone.
This church holds mass in English on Saturday evenings. The priests hold the service in a friendly and Catholic fashion. It is an excellent place for Catholics to meet and join the local community. The location, in the eigth district, is just outside the center.
The Danube International Church was started in 1995 by few families in Budapest. Their main desire was to start a church where their common desires and goals are met and where they could speak English. A non-denominational service is held here on Sunday mornings at 10:30am. There are plenty activities for children and teenagers at the church. The pastor presides over the service.
A treasure trove of books, art and antiques await you at Budapest's Ernst Galeria. This gallery specializes in famous international and Hungarian art. However, they also showcase works of Hungarian artists who have been side tracked or overshadowed. Come have a look at the various shows and exhibitions held here and revel in the intellectually and culturally stimulating environment. Ernst also offers services like evaluation, set and interior decor, research and restoration. Whether you are a serious art collector or just love antique-ing', go browse and see what Hungary has to offer.
Budapestunderguide's goal is to integrate travelers in local life and specifically to find the lifestyle, budget, and culture that suits their interests. 'GoLocal! Days' are tailor made sightseeing programs with no fixed routes: you can use them to find the main sights if it is your first time in town or to discover hidden markets, districts, bars, exhibitions, or even rowing facilities on the Danube. They are good options if you want to avoid tourist tracks, if you would meet and chat with locals, and if you don't want to feel like a tourist who misses the places and spots locals like. The underguides who will walk you around town are not only tourist guides: they are all Budapest natives willing to help foreigners discover the real Budapest. The trips are usually walking tours, but they can organize them by bike or car on request. They are available in half or whole day versions and in several languages. The program starts whenever you want, but only on reque st, so drop an e-mail or give a call with at least a day's notice.
Klauzál 13 Contemporary Art Gallery and Bookstore is where all art and book lovers can find respite. Their bookstore has a variety of books on the shelves with a separate reading room. Contemporary Hungarian art is unleashed here. So find out more about the latest exhibitions to be featured at their art gallery. Also, here they serve refreshments and beverages. And if these were not enough, this place also hosts events such as book launches many cultural events to promote art. So do contact them to know more about the current exhibitions and other events being held here or just spend some time reading.
The Békásmegyeri Közösségi Ház was set up to inculcate a sense of culture and to promote the country's rich heritage in performing arts. Offering state-of-the-art facilities, this venue often hosts theatricals, fairs, exhibitions, workshops, poetry, concerts and other community events. Over the years, performances by Frederick Bastion, Ice Cream Blues Band, a Literary Tea Party and a talk by Prof. Dr. John Urban were some noted events held here. Call ahead for more details or check their website.