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Mátra Landscape Protection Area, Hungary

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:36:32 +0000

The Mátra Landscape Protection Area, located in northern Hungary, encompasses a large portion of the Mátra Mountains. It was officially declared a protected landscape area in 1985 (sometimes listed as 1986) and covers approximately 11,800 to 12,200 hectares.

Key features:

It is managed by the Bükk National Park Directorate (as part of the larger protected-area system in the region).
The landscape is mountainous, with varied terrain: volcanic geology (andesite, etc.), striking ridges, high elevation forested zones, and rich biodiversity.
The area protects both natural habitats (forests, montane species, rare flora & fauna) and cultural/historical features (mining heritage, old settlements).
Access and activities are allowed but some zones are strictly protected and have restrictions (e.g., staying on marked trails, no off-road vehicles).

Tips & Visitor Info

Stick to marked hiking trails; in strictly protected zones access may be limited.
Good for forest walks, mountain panoramas, and observing relatively undisturbed nature in Hungary’s mid-elevation mountains.
If you're planning a visit: check local weather (mountain microclimate), bring suitable gear, and be aware of any regulations (especially for cycling or events).
It might be less crowded than the most famous tourist spots, so a nice value if you’re exploring nature around Budapest or northern Hungary.

Elizabeth Square, Budapest, Hungary

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:37:52 +0000

Erzsébet tér (also known in English as Elizabeth Square) is a prominent public square in the heart of Budapest (on the Pest side). It lies adjacent to Deák Ferenc tér and is very central, served by multiple metro lines M1, M2, M3.

A major feature is the historic Danubius Fountain, designed circa 1880–1883 by architect Miklós Ybl; it depicts the great rivers of Hungary (Danube, Tisza, Drava, Sava).

More recently, the square has been modernised with green lawns, shaded walkways, a reflecting pool, cafés and a large Ferris-wheel (the Budapest Eye) giving panoramic city views.

Historically, the square had different names: originally named in 1858 for Empress Elisabeth (“Sisi”) of Austria-Hungary; during communist era it was renamed first as Stalin Tér (1946-53) and then Engels Tér. It reverted to Erzsébet Tér in 1990.

It is described as a place to relax, people-watch, or use as a base to access nearby shopping, cafés and transport.

Tips for visit

Visit around sunset for great photo opportunities of the Ferris wheel and the city skyline.
Accessible by public transport: nearest metro station is Deák Ferenc tér (lines M1, M2, M3).
The grassy areas and shaded benches make it a good break spot when exploring central Budapest.
In warmer months, the reflecting pool and outdoor cafés make it a lively area.
Keep in mind, as a central urban space it can get crowded, especially in evenings or events.

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQqHtQsZ7Sc

Danube-Ipoly National Park, Hungary

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:29:25 +0000

The Duna-Ipoly National Park (Hungarian: Duna-Ipoly Nemzeti Park) is a protected area in Hungary, stretching across the region between the Danube River (Duna) and the Ipoly River. It was established in 1997.

The park encompasses a variety of landscapes: highland forests (in the Pilisszent‑László Hills and Börzsöny Mountains), river valleys, karst caves and plains.

It is known for its biodiversity, including many caves (some 334 in the Pilis region) and habitats that are rare in Hungary.

Additional Notes

The park office (directorate) is located in Budapest, though the park itself spreads over a broader region north of the city.
Example of a visitor centre within the park: the “Hiúz Ház / Lynx House” Visitor Centre in Királyrét (2624 Szokolya), phone +36 27 585 625 / +36 30 238 0063.

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbzzxMbtnTI

Hortobágy National Park, Eastern Hungary

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:18:52 +0000

Hortobágy National Park is the largest semi-natural grassland area in Europe, located on the Great Hungarian Plain in Eastern Hungary.

It was established as a national park in 1972 (or 1973 depending on the source) and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999 as “Hortobágy National Park – the Puszta”.

The park preserves traditional pastoral landscapes — marshes, loess ridges, alkaline grasslands — and showcases the historic interaction between people and nature in this region.

Visitors can explore herds of Hungarian grey cattle, wild horses, bird-rich wetlands, learn about shepherd traditions, and enjoy wide-open plains, making it a unique natural and cultural destination.

Video

https://youtu.be/zvXYzPzNPs8

Aggtelek National Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, Northern Hungary

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:46:07 +0000

Aggtelek National Park is a national park in Northern Hungary, in the Aggtelek Karst region. The most significant values of the national park are the special surface formations and caves in this limestone landscape.

The park consists of 280 caves with different sizes. The largest stalactite cave of Europe is situated in this area: the Baradla cave (26 km long, of which 8 km is in Slovakia, known under the name of Domica). Several of the caves have different specialities. For example, the Peace Cave has a sanatorium which help treating people suffering from asthma. [source]

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10SNVzAcbqE

Győr - most important city of northwest Hungary

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:24:37 +0000

Győr is the most important city of northwest Hungary, the capital of Győr-Moson-Sopron County and Western Transdanubia region, and—halfway between Budapest and Vienna—situated on one of the important roads of Central Europe. It is the sixth largest city in Hungary, and one of its seven main regional centres.

The area along the Danube River has been inhabited by varying cultures since ancient times. The first large settlement dates back to the 5th century BCE; the inhabitants were Celts. They called the town Ara Bona "Good altar", later contracted to Arrabona, a name which was used until the eighth century. [source]

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Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvVb2jcRnVk

Tihany - village in historical area, Tihany Peninsula

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:15:08 +0000

The name comes from the Slavic Tichoň: quiet, a silent man. Tihany is a village on the northern shore of Lake Balaton on the Tihany Peninsula, Hungary. Tihany is famous for the echo, existing since the 18th century. Tihany's inhabitants have the highest per capita income, and the village has the highest housing prices in the whole of Hungary. [source]

New York Palace, 1894 - luxury hotel, Budapest

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 01:57:35 +0000

The New York Palace is a luxury hotel on the Grand Boulevard of Budapest's Erzsébet körút part, under Erzsébet körút 9–11, in the 7th district of Budapest, Hungary.

Part of The Dedica Anthology and previously known as Boscolo Budapest from 2006 to 2017, the building was constructed in 1894 by the New York Life Insurance Company as a local head office.

It was designed by architect Alajos Hauszmann, along with Flóris Korb and Kálmán Giergl. The building opened on October 23, 1894. The famous New York Café (Hungarian: New York Kávéház) the ground floor has been a longtime center for Hungarian literature and poetry. [source]

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1gdpuispfU