7 photography series that will make you want to visit Budapest – @gauvin.pictures

@gauvin.pictures – Budapest was on my radar for what seems like an eternity. After visiting last month, it’s clear that Budapest is an amazing destination! The city became one of eastern Europe’s major city break destinations. Cheap and historically rich, much of the city has been granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Budapest is a city which demands your attention.

I spent 3 days in the city, exploring the city and looking for the most photogenic places… Budapest is really beautiful!

BUDAPEST’S MOST RECOGNIZABLE BUILDING – THE PARLIAMENT

You can’t miss it, it’s massive ! The Hungarian Parliament Building, which was designed and built in the Gothic Revival style, is the largest building in Hungary.

40 million bricks, 500000 precious stones and 40 kilos of gold were use for the construction! Luxury has no limit, and it is everywhere in the building!

Although the impressive building looks fantastic from every angle, to see the whole building in its full glory, it is worth viewing it from the other side of the Danube. I recommend to go up the hills for sunset, and enjoy the night view. It is rightly illuminated in a golden glow.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTS

It is the second-oldest electrically operated underground railway in the world (after London). Its iconic Line 1, completed in 1896, was declared a World Heritage Site in 2002. I will not forget my first impression of Budapest. After taking the bus from the airport, we took the line 3, built in the 70s by the soviet union. I could really feel like back in the past during the cold war. I also recommend to explore the new metro 4 for some architecture photography.

Most of Budapest’s city center and historic districts are suitable for walking. So it is probably the best way to get around and explore. However, you can quickly visit the city using the tramway. I recommend to take a ride on Tram No.2. It takes the entire river route from one side of Pest to the other.

BUDA HILLS – MATTHIAS CHURCH AND FISHERMAN’S BASTION

We also got a sneak peek at the Castle District, home to many of Budapest’s historic sights and attractions, like the dramatic Matthias Church and the seven towers of Fisherman’s Bastion.

Although the Fisherman’s Bastion looks like a medieval monument, it was actually built in the early 20th century in a neo-Gothic style. Sitting atop Castle Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion provides some of the most spectacular views in all of Budapest. It is superb at night, when the orange lighting give the place a shimmering hue and offer excellent photographic opportunities.