Buda Castle (Budavári Palota) is undoubtedly one of the best known images of Budapest. The castle is also known as the Royal Palace, since it was formerly the residence of the kings of Hungary.
Buda Castle |
Currently, Buda Castle houses the Széchenyi Library, the Hungarian National Gallery and the Budapest History Museu.
Buda Castle |
We would highlight two fundamental aspects of the Buda Castle: the first, the imposing complex that it forms with the Chain Bridge, especially at night when they are illuminated, and, the second, the views that we obtain from the top of the hill, similar to those obtained from the Fisherman's Bastion.
Buda Castle |
In addition to the castle itself, on the Buda hill you will find many attractive alleys where you can lose yourself aimlessly for a couple of hours.