Budapest
Budapest Airport aiming to bounce back in 2021
Budapest Airport is preparing for a better summer in 2021, following a 76% drop in passenger numbers over the course of 2020.
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Fri, 8 Jan 2021
Budapest
Curfew to be extended until 1 February
As you were – curfew restrictions between 8pm-5am to remain in place until 1 February, as just announced by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Sights & culture Culture Budapest
A day at the Opera – see how costumes and sets are created at the new Eiffel Workshop
The new Eiffel Workshop, created from a former train-repair depot, accommodates the costume and set designers from Budapest's illustrious Opera House – plus a rehearsal space for chamber performances.
Budapest
Historic Buda tram terminus to be revived and transformed
Once a transport hub then a restaurant, the tram terminus building at Zugliget in leafy Buda is now being revived and transformed – a skating rink and restaurant are earmarked for this historic space.
Thu, 7 Jan 2021
Active Budapest
Star photographer Sándor Csudai captures sunrise over the slopes of Hármashatár-hegy
Amazing winter scenes unfold through the lens of star photographer Sándor Csudai, who captured sunrise over the spectacular slopes of Hármashatár-hegy on the outskirts of Budapest.
Sights & culture Culture Budapest
Exploring Budapest’s street art
Delve into the wonderful world of street art in Budapest, murals, statues and figurines, on walls, in squares and even in an underground car park.
Sights & culture Budapest
The man who gave Budapest colour: Ödön Lechner
Indulge in the story of Ödön Lechner, one of Hungary's most revered architects, and the pioneer of Hungarian Art Nouveau.
Wed, 6 Jan 2021
Nightlife Budapest
Revered Budapest bar Wichmann to be demolished
Another one bites the dust. Cult Budapest bar Wichmann, opened the same year that Queen played Budapest in 1986, is due to be demolished after closing its doors in 2018.
Culture Budapest
Budapest features in Noel Gallagher’s latest video
Budapest is featured in a new video released by ex-Oasis star Noel Gallagher, "We’re Gonna Get There In The End", alongside other major world cities.
Budapest
New registration scheme now open for UK citizens in Hungary
UK citizens living in Hungary should apply now for a new national registration scheme in the wake of Britain leaving the European Union. The process is free and runs until 31 December 2021.
Tue, 5 Jan 2021
Budapest
Vaccine update: inoculation plan announced
Register now for the coronavirus vaccine – applicants must have a TAJ Hungarian health card.
Budapest
Hidden Budapest: Tarasz Sevcsenko tér, the square named after a Ukrainian poet
Unnamed until 2012, Tarasz Sevcsenko tér is a delightful verdant oasis near Bem tér in Buda, centrepieced by a statue of the heroic Ukrainian poet it honours, Taras Shevchenko.
Budapest
Vote for Budapest in the 2020 Bridgehunter Awards
Cast your vote for Budapest in The Bridgehunter’s Chronicles annual awards, a US-based website for aficionados of this vital and visually stunning form of architecture.
Mon, 4 Jan 2021
Active Budapest
Head count at Budapest Zoo reveals record diversity
More creatures and a greater diversity than ever before – an official survey at Budapest Zoo has just revealed record numbers at this venerable institution.
Active Budapest
Getting back on our feet: walking tours of Budapest resume
Join us on one of the exciting walking tours still operating during the pandemic – with necessary distancing measures in place to keep participants safe.
Budapest
Vast trove of rare photos reveals everyday life in Socialist Hungary
Half the Főfotó archive of urban images once collated by the Budapest Photo Company has just been processed and released by the Budapest City Archives – and is now open for you to peruse and download.
Fri, 1 Jan 2021
Budapest
Happy New Year from We Love Budapest!
Happy New Year everyone from We Love Budapest! Let's hope for a safe, successful 2021 – we'll be here to bring you all the news, reviews and overviews as the city emerges from the turmoil of 2020.
Thu, 31 Dec 2020
Budapest
2020 in pictures – a look back at the year in Budapest
For Budapest, 2020 was both tragic and uplifting. Here's how the year looked through the eyes of our expert photographers, who roamed the city day and night to capture a year like no other.
Wed, 30 Dec 2020
Budapest
Fun, fancy dress and verse – how Hungarians once celebrated New Year’s Eve
This year, no parties are allowed for New Year's Eve – in stark contrast to how Hungarians are used to celebrating the liveliest night in the calendar. These images show a century of fun!
Tue, 29 Dec 2020
Budapest
Prominent Budapest square Blaha Lujza tér to be renovated by autumn 2022
A greener, smarter, step-free Blaha Lujza tér on the cards for 2022, this shabby crossing point on the Grand Boulevard to receive a major makeover.
Culture Budapest
Expats celebrate living in Budapest in new videos
Join us in celebrating just what all the expats living in Budapest have known for a long time: this place is magical!
Budapest
Top urban photographer Krisztián Bódis captures Christmas in Budapest
See Budapest all lit up for Christmas through the expert lens of renowned urban photographer Krisztián Bódis!
Fri, 25 Dec 2020
Budapest
Happy Christmas from We Love Budapest!
Merry Christmas one and all from We Love Budapest! Many thanks for all your support and feedback in this most difficult of years – and here’s to a safe and successful 2021!
Thu, 24 Dec 2020
Budapest
See how Hungarians celebrated Christmas in days of yore
In certain ways, this Christmas is little different to many others – presents under the tree, happy children, families together. Take a look at these vintage images to see how it was way back when!
Budapest
How Hungarians celebrate Christmas
Shutdown or no shutdown, it's still Christmas, and Hungarians will be celebrating as traditionally as ever. Here are some of the rites, rituals and customs most associated with Christmas in Hungary.
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