Bradt Hungary (Bradt Travel Guides)

A comprehensive guide to the country, with a strong focus on the natural, historical, and cultural aspects that are distinctive features of the Bradt series. Budapest--one of the world's most romantic cities--is covered in detail, including a walk through the cobbled streets of Buda's Castle District, shopping and eating in Pest's downtown, and boating or ice-skating in City Park. The book also features the manifold highlights beyond the country's capital, such as the hilltop Benedictine monastery of Pannonhalma, the wondrous stalactite formations at the Aggtelek caves, the famous Hortobágy National Park, the valley wine cellars in Eger, and the puszta horse shows of the Great Plain. Here, too, is the practical information needed for a fulfilling and trouble-free trip, from public transportation and accommodations to sports, customs, and festivals.

This guide features:
>Historical, cultural, and architectural heritage of Hungary, including churches, castles, and country mansions
>Horse riding, wine tasting, hiking, cycling, sailing, and wakeboarding
>Numerous thermal spas and baths
>Horse shows, traditional dancing, gypsy music
>Detailed coverage of Budapest and Lake Balaton, plus Hungary's nine national parks