Budavár
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Bécsikapu tér 8 : Eszterházy-house
Back in March-April 2022, I had the chance to explore the majority of residential buildings on Castle Hill in Budapest. One of my favorites is the “Eszterházy-ház,” situated on Bécsikapu tér. Constructed in the 18th century, this building has undergone several modifications over the years. Much like many structures in the Castle District, it suffered…
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Pálya utca 15 : Traces of War from 1945
The old walls of Pálya utca 15 in Budapest’s 1st district hold memories of intense battles in 1945, with a huge number of bullet holes. I visited this site multiple times and took the photos I’m sharing with you just yesterday. Luckily, I found articles detailing the historical events linked to this house. It’s essential…
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Donáti utca 15 – Abandoned Old House on the Castle Hill
If you visit Castle Hill (Várhegy) in Buda, you’ll notice construction cranes busy rebuilding structures damaged during the war. The area has undergone significant changes. I lived on Úri utca in 2013-14, and some buildings I saw daily were demolished. Bullet-ridden facades were repaired, erasing signs of past conflicts. Yet, a few old houses remain…
Buildings Tell Tales 