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Saint Stephen’s Basilica is a massive basilica that is easily visible from Buda when you gaze down on the Danube from the Castle. Unfortunately, the growth of the city means that it is frequently obscured when you are in Pest itself, but it is hard not to see the top of the Basilica when you’re in its vicinity. Like so many other “historic” buildings in Budapest, this one is actually quite recent: it was only complete in 1905 (of course, it would have been done earlier, but the massive dome collapsed in 1868). The Basilica is in neo-Classical style, but with a much more somber undertone than, say, the Palace of Art or the Museum of Fine Arts. The entrance façade is much more subdued, relying more on the sheer size of the building and its two tall bell-towers to make an impression than on frills and caprices. Inside the Basilica, however, there is no end to the ornate garnishes and marble. The interior is actually quite dark, so be prepared with a good camera if you want to take pictures you can depend on of the interior. There is lots of gold leaf, especially in the altar area, which is not surprising given that the Basilica houses the mummified fist of Hungary’s first King, Stephen I. The cupola is also impressive, but for some reason the pews were blocked off when I visited, so I was only able to see it, but not photograph it. It is also possible to visit the top of the dome, from you get a great view of all of Budapest (so I’m told) owing to the fact that this and the Parliament are the two tallest buildings in the city. Leave a Comment Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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This place has the most amazing dome I have ever seen!
Even if you just spend 10 minutes wandering round the Basilica it is well worth it.
It is absolutely beautiful! Leave a Comment Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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 by acemjLeave a Comment Directions: In Leopold Town. Jozsef Attila utca and Bajcsy-Zalinszky ut. You won't need directions, you'll see the dome.
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After 50 years of construction, the Italian Neo-Renaissance style church was finally completed. The dome is 65 meters high!
It is a very ornate and beautiful sight to behold inside; should NOT be missed. Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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 by hslowe
St. Stephen's Basilica (Bazilika) contains the mummified right hand of King St. Stephen, founder of the Hungarian state. To see this relic, head to the chapel to the left of the main altar. Drop 100 Ft in the slot, and the glass case lights up to reveal this celebrated extremity in all its gnarled brown glory. The price is the same whether you've come to venerate a holy relic or merely to indulge your morbid curiosity. Leave a Comment Other Contact: V. Szt. István tér, tel. (+36-1)
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St. Stephen Basilica (Szent Istvan bazilika) is one of the most famous attractions in Budapest.
The neoclassical style church that was built in 1905 and it is one of the tallest buildings in the city (96 meters) with a nice balcony to see the area.
The church is named after the first king of Hungary - Stephen.
Btw - inside the church you can see the hand of Stephen , a very weird thing to see.
There are also a treasury room (that is a big tourist trap to my opinion - you can see the tip) and an elevator to the top of the building - where you can enjoy the view.
The entrance to the church is free but the elevator is 400 Forint and also the treasury.
The basilica is very close to Andrassy street and Deak Ferenc metro station.
Leave a Comment Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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This beautiful cathedral is the biggest in Budapest. It has a very nice square surrounded by some restaurants and pubs. The interior details are amazing. You can go up to the cuppola by paying a small entrance fee. From the cuppola, you can see old city center and the buildings with a different angle. Big ceremonies and celebrations always take place in this cathedral. Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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 by MichaelFalk1969Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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It is named in the honour of the first king of hungary: Stephen. He was the person who brought Christianity to Hungary and founded the Hungarian state in 1000.
There was a ceremony in the basilica when we arrived there so I found the chance to see it with full of local people. Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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 St Stephens by fishandchipsLeave a Comment Phone: +36 1 317-2859Directions: Near Deak Ferenc ter (central metro station (M1 M2 M3), terminal for buses 4 9 15 and trams 47 49;M1 or bus 4 express Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ut station/stop.Website: http://www.basilica.hu
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