Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture In the footsteps of an almond tree of Methuselahian age, or gastronomic trekking in the Transdanubian region Visit the Church of Our Lady of the Snows in Pécs, where the tree that inspired Janus Pannonius is located. Of course, if we are in Baranya, we should also try the local flavours!
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Unique abbeys of Hungary I. In our series concerning abbeys, we present unique monasteries in Hungary, which can be attractive tourist attractions thanks to their vibrant programme of activities.
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture Not a restaurant, not a pub, not a cultural space. It is “Papírkutya” (Paper Dog)! Concerts, pop-up exhibitions, literary and other cultural evenings – just a few of the diverse programmes of the recently opened “Papírkutya” (Paper Dog) in Veszprém.
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture Wine, Bakelite, Sensation of life A truly unusual place has opened in the main square of Veszprém: “Wine & Vinyl borbár és lemezbolt” (Wine & Vinyl wine bar and record shop) is the perfect pairing of unique wines and records.
Helyszín címkék: Culture Aristocratic candlestick and swineherd’s hat – 7 special themed rural museums How they lit, travelled and listened to music,what headgear they wore & what instruments they used to measure: you can find out all this thanks to a thematic museum exhibition of our home settlements!
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Fabulous rural buildings that deserved the Europa Nostra Award The award for the protection of monuments is given to projects that safeguard Europe’s cultural heritage. Here are some of the fabulous rural buildings from Hungary that have earned the prestigious aw
Helyszín címkék: Culture The renovated Csokonai Theatre in Debrecen welcomes opera lovers again The Csokonai Theatre in Debrecen is reopening with almost doubled capacity – the first performance will be staged in the renewed, modernised complex at the beginning of October.
Helyszín címkék: Culture Relax! You can do it in these clubs Who says all the good parties and concerts are held in the capital? Hungary’s rural cities offer endless possibilities, here are four places to go when you are in town!
Helyszín címkék: Culture Travel to a warmer climate at home: the Egyptian collection of the Déri Museum The Egyptian collection of the Déri Museum in Debrecen has surprises in store for both history buffs and those looking for a unique cultural experience.
Helyszín címkék: Culture Hungarian novels that tempt you to travel When we set our minds to travel, most of us don’t leave without a book or two.
Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture Pharmacy Museum, Lace House and Retro Exhibition: special museums that children will enjoy visiting The Gothic paintings and historical artefacts may not hold their attention, but a special exhibition can be a life-changing experience for the youngest members of the family.
Helyszín címkék: Lake Balaton Culture Design shop and community space beyond the capital: KUNST! Veszprém
Helyszín címkék: Greater Budapest Culture The Platán and what lies behind it – interview with Vivien Varga We talked to Vivien Varga, the manager of Platán, about the concept behind the complex Platán -located between Tata Castle and Esterházy Castle- and the environment and branding of the area.
Helyszín címkék: Pécs region Culture The Californian artist who throws a lifeline to the forgotten Hungarian textile art Betsy Fields fell in love with Hungarian folk textile art during a trip with her friend. He was captivated by centuries-old materials, colours, and techniques that are almost forgotten.
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture From here to beyond the donut: Frenetic carnival folk customs and traditions Farsang (Carnival) Costumes and donuts. But a carnival is much more than that, here is what you need to know about it.
Helyszín címkék: Szeged region Culture History and repertoire of the “Katona József Nemzeti Színház” (Katona József National Theatre) in Kecskemét The Katona József theatre was built in 1896 in an eclectic Neo-Baroque building in the heart of Kecskemét. Today it offers prose, ballet and music to the public.
Helyszín címkék: Danube bend Culture Comics of the Middle Ages - exciting activities at the ‘Keresztény Múzeum’ (Christian Museum) in Esztergom
Helyszín címkék: Danube bend Culture Amrita Sérgil: The lover of love in Zebegény How did the marvellously beautiful Indian woman end up at the Danube Bend? Amrita, who loved Zebegény, was not only one of the pioneers of Asian painting but an artist who was in love with love itself
Helyszín címkék: countrywide Culture Hungary’s eastern treasures, the Orthodox churches The hidden jewel boxes of the Greek Catholic Church sometimes turn up where you least expect them. Let’s see some examples.
Helyszín címkék: Greater Budapest Culture The Kindergarten Museum in Martonvásár is not only for families A unique tourist attraction in Martonvásár is the Kindergarten Museum, which is housed in the old kindergarten building, and the recently added museum wing near the Brunszvik Castle.
Helyszín címkék: Győr and Pannonhalma Culture A millennial cultural environment: the “Pannonhalmi Apátság” (Territorial Abbey of Pannonhalma) and the Benedictines The “Pannonhalmi Apátság” (Territorial Abbey of Pannonhalma) is one of the most important religious centres in Hungary.
Helyszín címkék: Culture A meeting of a yeast factory and fine art: let’s go to Torula! If we would rather escape from the summer heat to the art pieces of a progressive contemporary exhibition, Torula's industrial space could be an exciting destination for us.
Helyszín címkék: Győr and Pannonhalma Culture The famous library of Pannonhalma Abbey Pannonhalma in Győr-Moson-Sopron County is one of the most outstanding historical memorials in Hungary, and its library is a collection of religious and secular masterpieces unique in the world.
Helyszín címkék: Gyula region Culture Following the people from Békés, in other words, historical celebrity spotting If you thought that only marble tablets can remind us of former celebrities, it’s time we proved: historical celebrity spotting is great fun, wherever you are in the world. Even in Békés county!
Helyszín címkék: Eger region Culture From vinegar factory to exhibition space – the “Hatvani Galéria” (Hatvan Gallery) The former Doktay House in the city centre, which once housed a vinegar factory, is an art establishment today.