Cities of the Country
Sarvar is one of the most beautiful towns in western Hungary, with a rich historical and cultural background. Nature lovers should enjoy the forests and lakes which surround it, while the fine medieval castle which dominates the town should be a great find for lovers of history and architecture. Sarvar is perhaps most famous for…
European Capital of Culture 2010, Pecs boasts a fascinating wealth of architecture, with more examples of Turkish Ottoman architecture than any other Hungarian city. As Hungary’s largest university town, the atmosphere is vibrant and friendly. Tourists should make a point of visiting the Zsolnay Porcelain museum, for examples of porcelain unique to the region.
Heviz is a small town situated on Lake Heviz, the largest thermal lake in Europe, and is home to a thriving health tourism industry. The town provides modern and sophisticated therapeutic facilities, and should be a high priority for any traveller seeking a spa or therapeutic break.
Eger is a city in northern Hungary, famous for its architecture and thermal baths. Among the various buildings of historic significance can be found the northernmost Turkish minaret in Europe, and the famous 13th century Eger castle. Eger is also famous for its high quality red and white wines.
Debrecen, once the capital of Hungary, is a lively and tourist-friendly city. Festivals, carnivals and fairs are common, and the Great Forest and charming zoo provide an excellent family activity. Debrecen is also one of the largest centres of mineral thermal water in Europe, and offers health treatments and wellness programmes at its Spa resort.
Balatonfured is a small resort town on the shore of Lake Balaton. It is a nationally famous location for yachting and fishing, and boasts excellent water quality. Tourists also come to enjoy the scenery, spas and welcoming atmosphere.
Situated in the northwest of England where the River Mersey meets the Irish Sea, this former maritime behemoth has reinvented itself as a vibrant hub of music, art, and sport. Famous globally as the birthplace of The Beatles and home to two Premier League football giants, Liverpool offers a rich tapestry of history and modernity….
Quebec, a four century old walled city, is a tourist treasure. From a variety of historic sites, including old Quebec (A UNESCO world heritage site), to a vast array of nature and adventure opportunities, the range of activities on offer should satisfy even the most dedicated traveller. Quebec is also hosting the Cirque du Soleil…
Toronto is a modern and cosmopolitan city, with everything that this suggests- shopping districts, fine dining, a vibrant theatre and music scene, and much more. A must see is the Caribana festival, which takes place from mid-July to August of each year, and attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists to help celebrate the Carribbean culture…
Montreal is one of Canada’s main cultural centres, and although it hosts a majority of French speakers, its international culture ensures a warm welcome for tourists of all nationalities. A strong tradition of jazz and rock production, as well as visual and performing arts, is only a small part of the many attractions to be…
Budapest- capital of Hungary, and home to a host of fine architecture and historic buildings. To name a few, the neo-Gothic parliament building, containing the Crown Jewels, and Saint Stephen’s Basilica. Large portions of the city have been recognised as UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Hungarian cuisine and cafe culture is rightly world famous, and…
Prague is one of Europe’s most visited tourist cities, and rightly so- some of the world’s best preserved collections of architecture is to be found in Prague. Prague is also a major cultural centre, and boasts hundreds of concert halls, theatres and galleries, as well as various musical festivals. Fine dining is also on offer,…