Classical Architecture
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The Hidden Jewish Prayer House of Káldy Gyula utca
Located in Budapest’s Terézváros district, Káldy Gyula utca is a street that typically falls outside my usual route when exploring the city. However, at number 6 on this street lies a hidden gem: a former Jewish prayer house. Constructed in 1867-1868 by János Lohr for Löwy Lindenbaum, the house was under the ownership of the…
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The Guardian of Hernád utca 19
A mythical creature, perhaps a dragon, guards the staircase at Hernád utca 19 in the 7th district of Budapest. The house has stood since 1895, and during that time, the creature has witnessed countless events. I couldn’t help but imagine the stories it could tell. So I did some research and discovered some of the…
Buildings Tell Tales 