Buildings Tell Tales

Reáltanoda utca 12 – An Abandoned Mansion Which was the Home of a Legendary Racehorse

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A little over a year ago, I had the opportunity to visit a remarkable place—Reáltanoda utca 12, located in the 5th district of Budapest. This historic house, long abandoned, is now set to undergo a transformation into an office space. But before its renovation, it was briefly opened to the public for an exhibition.

This architectural gem was originally completed in 1878 and designed by Gyula Bukovics. It was constructed for Ernő Blaskovich, the owner of the legendary racehorse named Kincsem, which was bred in his stud located in Tápiószentmárton. Kincsem is celebrated for holding the longest undefeated record of any racehorse, triumphing in all 54 of her races! What’s particularly fascinating is that the stable where Kincsem resided during Ernő Blaskovich’s time in Budapest still stands in the courtyard of the building.

Interior of an abandoned mansion in Budapest where the famous racehorse Kincsem used to live.
Stained glass ceiling in an abandoned building in Budapest
Detail of the old courtyard of an abandoned mansion in Budapest
A green lada in the interior of an abandoned mansion in Budapest where the famous racehorse Kincsem used to live.
Interior of an abandoned mansion in Budapest with old windows
Stained glass ceiling in an abandoned building in Budapest
Detail of the old courtyard of an abandoned mansion in Budapest
Detail of the old courtyard of an abandoned mansion in Budapest
Detail of the old courtyard of an abandoned mansion in Budapest
Old toilet in an abandoned building in the center of Budapest
Old door in the interior of an abandoned mansion in Budapest where the famous racehorse Kincsem used to live.
Old tapestry in an abandoned building in Budapest
Staircase and stained glass windows in an abandoned mansion in Budapest where the famous racehorse Kincsem used to live.
Interior of an abandoned mansion in Budapest where the famous racehorse Kincsem used to live.
Interior of an abandoned mansion in Budapest where the famous racehorse Kincsem used to live.

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I have launched Buildings Tell Tales in 2019, and since then visited and photographed over 1000 old buildings in Budapest. My goal is not only to take photos but to uncover the interesting stories hidden behind the old walls. By linking the stories of ordinary people such as workers, students, merchants, and domestic workers to specific places, I want to make the past tangible. Old buildings should be preserved not only for their aesthetic value but also for the memories they hold and the stories they tell. If you’re interested in learning more about me, you can read additional details on this page.

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