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From cattle market to contemporary plaza – the thousand faces of Budapest’s Kálvin tér

See how downtown square Kálvin tér has changed over the generations, from 18th-century agricultural marketplace to gleaming hub of contemporary commerce.

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Budapest’s Nyugati station to undergo major overhaul

Time for a new roof – Budapest’s oldest train station, Nyugati, is being modernised, with long-term renovation work soon to take place.

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When fire raged through Budapest – the capital’s most destructive catastrophes

Matthias Church, priceless paintings and the Párisi Department Store have all been consumed by great fires in Budapest – not to mention the terrible loss of life, home and livelihood.

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How did Budapest get its name?

The city we live in has been called Budapest since 1873 when the three settlements of Buda, Pest and Óbuda merged as one. But creating a capital proved easier than actually naming it.

Sights & culture Budapest

Transport Museum celebrates 50th anniversary of red metro in online exhibition

From Stalinist stations to urban functionality – see how Budapest's red metro line 2 developed thanks to a unique online exhibition just created by the Transport Museum.

Active Budapest

Budapest Chairlift up for an overhaul

Budapest's Zugliget Chairlift, a romantic attraction in the Buda hills, is due to be renovated, with a scheduled reopening of 2022.

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Castle District landmark to be lost forever if demolition goes ahead

One last look before it's gone – Csaba Virág’s Electricity Distribution Centre in the Castle District seems destined for demolition, four years after a petition spared it the wrecking ball.

Active Budapest

See how spring looks in Budapest

Spring is here! No, not like other springs in Budapest but our city has still come to life, with trees in bloom and locals enjoying the fresh air – keeping to strict distancing guidelines, of course.

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How Budapest celebrated May Day in years gone past

See how Budapest celebrated May Day under Socialism, with banners, parades and communal waves to the watching leaders.

Nightlife Budapest

Sziget and other major festivals cancelled after new regulations announced

Summer without Sziget – today's government announcement continuing the ban on public events attracting 500+ visitors means that many scheduled shows and festivals have had to be cancelled.

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Budapest Airport prepares for business as Wizz Air and KLM announce May flights

Budapest Airport steps up hygiene and security measures as Wizz Air and Dutch carrier KLM restore flights. Only Hungarian and EU/EEA citizens may enter Hungary, with medical checks in place.

Stay Budapest

Hungary’s Marriott hotels donate sheets, towels and toiletries to Budapest’s Szent László Hospital

The Budapest Marriott Hotel, the Courtyard by Marriott Budapest City Center and The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest are all donating essential bedding and toiletries to the city's Szent László Hospital.

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ELTE Botanical Gardens open for spring

Budapest's lovely ELTE Botanical Gardens re-open for 400 visitors a day, adhering strict rules concerning social distancing and wearing masks. Our photographer Gábor Szabó joined them.

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Helping the elderly – we follow delivery volunteers around Budapest

Help when it's most needed – our photographers show how volunteers go around Budapest providing essential assistance to the city's most vulnerable residents.

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New cycle lane to be created along the Grand Boulevard

Good news for cyclists! A bike lane is being added along a another major Budapest thoroughfare, namely the Grand Boulevard that links the major hubs of downtown Pest.

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Doing the Knowledge, Budapest-style

Pedal power – cult Budapest cycle courier company Hajtás Pajtás have transformed the urban landscape of the city since setting up in 1993. We speak to manager Gábor Kürti about life on two wheels.

Gastro Culture Budapest

Unicum: how a herbal liqueur became a national treasure

The Unicum brand is synonymous with Hungary today, but how much do you know about its history?

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Stories from self quarantine: The Shechter Cousins

Canadian expat and local resident Rachel Velsher writes about the struggles of keeping in contact with family during isolation.

Gastro Budapest

Fork Tales: The Ilkovics, pioneering haunt of commuters and informants

There's a difference at Ilkovics you'll enjoy – here's the story of Budapest's first real fast-food eatery, right by Nyugati station.

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Chain Bridge renovation on ice – Budapest rethinks its annual budget

Still on hold – the long-awaited renovation of Budapest's most beloved landmark may have to be put off for a little longer due to budget constraints.

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MineBudapest: quarantine sparks a Budapest Minecraft

Minecraft enthusiasts are invited to help construct a virtual Budapest!

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Budapest transport to hand out free masks at busy junctions

With face covering compulsory on Budapest public transport from Monday, 27 April, free masks are being handed out by staff every morning at busy junctions.

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Here’s how Budapest’s new southern rail link will look – with three new stations

Designs for Budapest's new Southern Rail Link have been published, with three new stations linking hubs in Buda and Pest. Environmental improvement and a reduction of noise pollution are also key.

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Budapest mayor extends mask ruling to shops, markets, malls and taxis

From Monday, 27 April, those using the city's shops, markets, malls and taxi cabs must wear a mask or face covering – according to a new ruling by Budapest mayor Gergely Karácsony.