Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a great postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows a map of the Budapest Metro, the rapid transit system of the city of Budapest. Budapest is Hungary's capital city and its electrified underground railway system is the second oldest in the world. Its Line 1 is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The system has a total of 4 lines, 52 stations, and an annual ridership of about 420 million passengers. Thanks Karolina! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows a painted scene in the city of Sopron. Sopron is located near the Austrian border and occupies about 169 square kilometres. The area has been inhabited since the Roman Empire, during which it was called Scarbantia. Today, the city has a population of 61,000 people and is noted for its well-preserved medieval structures. Interestingly, some say it is the dental capital of the world, with over 300 dental clinics. Thanks Anie! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a beautiful panoramic postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows multiple views of Budapest, the country's capital city. One of the buildings shown here is St. Stephen's Basilica. It is a Roman Catholic basilica named after the first King of Hungary. It is the third largest church in Hungary and was made in 1905. Stephen I's right hand is stored in the church's reliquary. The card was sent by my dad who visited Budapest. Thanks Dad! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice postcard from Hungary! The card shows a view of Budapest as seen from the Citadella. The Citadella is a fortress situated on Gellért Hill. It was built in the 19th century after the Hungarian Revolution of 1848. The city took possession of the fortress in 1899 and was the site of a battle during the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. The card was sent by my dad who visited Budapest. Thanks Dad! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows a night view of Budapest's iconic Széchenyi Chain Bridge. It is a suspension bridge that traverses the Danube River and connects Buda and Pest. It was designed by William Clark and was opened in 1849. With a total length of 375 metres, it was once hailed as one of the achievements of modern engineering. It carries two road lanes and is made of wrought iron and stone. The card was sent by my dad who visited the city. Thanks Dad! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows a view of the Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest, the country's capital city. It lies on the bank of the Danube River and houses the National Assembly of Hungary. It is the largest building in the country and the tallest in Budapest. It was completed in 1904 and is one of Europe's oldest legislative buildings. It is a major tourist attraction and is also where the Holy Crown of Hungary is displayed. The card was sent by my dad who visited Budapest. Thanks Dad! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows a nighttime view of the National Theatre in Budapest. The National Theatre first opened in 1837 but the current theatre we see here only opened in 2002. The company moved between a variety of temporary theatres until it permanently moved in this theatre. The complex spans 20,000 square metres and has a main building and a separate park with an open theatre. It can accomodate 619 people and has many memorials to prominent figures in the country's cultural past. The card is an official Postcrossing card, HU-76897. Thanks Eniko! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a cool postcard from Hungary! The postcard shows the iconic Budapest Castle Hill Funicular, also known as Budavári Sikló. It is a funicular railway in the country's capital city, Budapest. It was opened in 1870 and takes passengers up the Buda Castle Hill from the Adam Clark Square. It offers passengers panoramic views and is a top tourist attraction. Thanks Szalina! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice card from Hungary! The card shows a nice view of Buda Castle, which is located in Budapest, the country's capital. It used to be the home of the Hungarian kings and it was first completed in 1265. It is part of the Budapest UNESCO World Heritage Site. The card was sent by Oksana from Ukraine who was on vacation in Budapest. Thanks Oksana! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice card from Hungary! The card shows a view of the new National Theatre building in Budapest, the country's capital. The building is located in the Ferencváros district along the banks of the Danube river. Metered postage was used. Thanks Eszter! 

Postcard from Hungary!

Today I got a nice card from Hungary! The card shows multiple views of the Grand Market Hall in Budapest, which is the country's capital. It is a popular shopping spot for tourists and also locals. Hungary is a country in central Europe. Thanks Dora!