PHOTOS: One of Hungary’s most important neoclassical castles is reborn
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The Festetics Castle in Dég, Fejér County, designed by Mihály Pollack and now completely renewed inside and outside, including its park, has opened its doors. The NÖF National Heritage Protection Development Nonprofit Ltd. (Nemzeti Örökségvédelmi Fejlesztési Nonprofit Kft.) announced the good news on Wednesday, 9 November.
According to the press release, a total of HUF 3.361 billion (EUR 8.2 million) from national and EU funds was spent on the investment in the framework of the National Castle Programme and the National Castle Programme, HelloVidék reports.
What has been done?
As part of the tourism development of one of Hungary’s most important neoclassical castles, the main building was renovated, the park and several outbuildings were renewed. On top of that, the utility system was upgraded, and exhibition spaces, a museum shop and a café were created. The works also included restoration and interior design work.
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What can be found there?
Visitors can learn about the everyday life, interests and historical role of the Festetics family in the ground floor of the castle. The botanical salon offers a taste of the natural history of the period, a glimpse into the drawers of Lajos Kossuth’s original herbarium cabinet, and an interactive four-season field table gives an insight into the history of the garden, HelloVidék writes.