PHOTOS, VIDEO: Huge green park to be built in Budapest

A new 9,000-square-metre public park will be built this year in Újpest, District IV in Budapest. The park will serve as an extension to the main square, which was established in 2010 on the initiative of deputy mayor Dr Norbert Trippon.

The plans

As the park will be a part of the main square, with 9,000 square meters of landscaped green space, this project is considered quite unique in Budapest. The deputy mayor was pleased to share the news with 24.hu:

The 9,000-square-metre public park is an integral continuation of the main square project, which was built in 2010, on my initiative and under my leadership, during my previous term as deputy mayor. I believe that it will be a real curiosity in a metropolitan environment, and will be a regular meeting point for people living here and visiting the city.

The grassland will cover an area of more than 5,000 square metres. In addition, planting and other multifunctional areas are also included in the plan. As part of this, more than 100 trees will be planted and 770 square metres will be covered with a variety of flowers and other plants.

The park will include several small areas that will serve as community spaces or relaxation spots. Shaded by sun sails, these areas will be equipped with benches, chess tables and drinking fountains.