Monthly Archives: February 2010

lady statues

Posted on February 28, 2010 by Zannnie

If you are here in Budapest, one of the must see is the Buda Castle which was built on the southern tip of Castle Hill. It is next to the old Castle District (Hun: Várnegyed), which is famous for its … Continue reading →

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Mathias Rex on Buda Castle

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Zannnie

King Mátyás is the most popular king in Hungarian history, lived and reigned in the 15th century. He established his own library with a great number of world famous books. He organized his mercenary troops, King’s army which called The … Continue reading →

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Winter . Twilight . Buda . Budapest

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Zannnie

This blue is how it is in the twilight in the winter season. This photo was taken on the Buda side. In this photo, besides the silhouette of the branches and the house, you also get a glimpse of the … Continue reading →

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Budapest Tram 41 in the foreground

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Zannnie

The bridge behind is Freedom Bridge and it is one of my favourite bridges in Budapest. In this series about Bridges,  you can see all the bridges in various perspectives, day or night. It is recommended to check out the … Continue reading →

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Budapest’s snow melting

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Zannnie

We have 8ºC today and most of the snow is melting. In winter, I love seeing the sunshine and the blue blue sky, cos this is when I think most of the photos looks best especially of the old buildings … Continue reading →

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Matthias Church

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Zsolt

Matthias Church (Hungarian: Mátyás-templom) is a church located in Budapest, Hungary, at the heart of Buda’s Castle District. According to church tradition, it was originally built in 1015. The current building was constructed in the florid late Gothic style in … Continue reading →

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National Archives of Hungary

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Zsolt

The National Archives of Hungary is located at the Buda Castle area. The central archives of historic Hungary celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2006.

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Charm of Buda Castle area

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Zannnie

For some reason, the Fishermen’s Bastion is the most charming part of the Buda Castle area. Most of my friends from Singapore loved this place. None of them could resists not taking any photographs at the castle area. This photo … Continue reading →

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Melting snow

Posted on February 20, 2010 by Zsolt

In a big city snow doesn’t remain beautiful for long. After a while it will be an ugly, gray spot along the road. I don’t like this period.

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Inside the Gellért fürdő

Posted on February 19, 2010 by Zannnie

For those who are visiting the bath, they might feel finding their way inside this much visited bath by tourist a little difficult to navigate. After you have bought the tickets (3900HUF is the 2010 rate), you will see that … Continue reading →

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LEE CHENG’S Birthday at Gellért fürdő

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Zannnie

Lee Cheng and Karen came all the way from Singapore and we celebrated with Lee Cheng her birthday starting from the Gellért Thermal Baths and Swimming Pool. We all have a relaxing time at the Gellért fürdő. If you are here … Continue reading →

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