Parliament (Budapest)

Parliament is one of the most famous attractions. Budapest and its symbol. The article provides a detailed description and Photo of the building of the Hungarian Parliament.

Parliament -Országház

Parliament is a grand building on the east bank of the Danube Budapest. The building of the Hungarian Parliament is like the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the Colosseum in Rome, a landmark and most famous building cities. It is also the largest building in Hungary and one of the most high in Budapest. Hungarian is translated as “home of the nation.”

Parliament building built in the style of neogothic famous Romantic architect of this architectural direction Shtendlem. This beautiful structure was erected as a symbol of birth. The new capital almost immediately after the merger of the three cities. Construction continued from 1885 to 1904. To build This magnificent structure took 40 million krypichs, 40 kg of gold and over half a million gems. At this construction site was involved 100,000 workers.

Parliament - photo from the bank of the DanubeParliament – photo from the bank of the Danube

The Parliament building has a symmetrical facade and a large central dome. The facade is decorated with statues of famous historical figures. Of Hungary.

Mode of operation for excursions

  • April-October from 8.00 to 18.00, daily.
  • November-March from 8.00 to 16.00, daily.

Cost of attendance

  • Adults (non-EU citizens) – 5,400 forint
  • Students and children from 6 to 24 years old (not EU citizens) – 2800 forint
  • Children under 6 years old – free

Important information for tourists

  1. It is forbidden to enter Parliament with large bags. At the entrance being screened.
  2. Prohibited photos in the Great Dome Hall.
  3. Parliament may not take excursions during state events.
  4. It is recommended when visiting Parliament to observe the minimum dress code, to be clean and neatly dressed.
  5. It is forbidden to behave loudly, bring flags and other bright visual paraphernalia.

Parliament Tour

Parliament excursions are visited annually by 1.5 million tourists. After buying tickets, groups of 50 people are formed. Approximate tour time about an hour.

Interior of ParliamentInterior Parliament

The interior of the Hungarian Parliament is richly decorated, even pompous staircases and halls with beautiful furniture and decoration.

The main points of the tour:

  • The tour begins with a beautiful staircase of the 17th century, framed statues, stained glass windows and rich, ornate frescoes. Stairs ends with a beautiful view of the newly renovated square Kosuth
  • After this, it is necessary to examine the hall of the Upper Chamber – oak panels, gold-plated decorations, beautiful furniture and excellent acoustics. The furniture is in the shape of a horseshoe. Behind the main figure beautiful murals are located.
  • The Hall of the Upper Chamber is an interesting sculpture and the largest in Europe handmade carpet.

Hall Hall

  • The domed hall is the heart of the Parliament, which stores Hungarian royal regalia – one of the oldest in Europe. Hall beautifully decorated with Hungarian stained glass windows and sculptures rulers.
  • The big staircase is the final chord of the excursion, 96 steps, covered with red carpets, decorative stained glass and granite columns.

Ladders of ParliamentParliament stairs

Parliament on the map of Budapest

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