Budapest, by Nicholas Clapton, is an engaging & affectionate musicians-eye view of a great European capital in the process of abandoning the trappings of its Communist past, while attempting to preserve its culture from a creeping, globalised blandness. Though bland is hardly a word that can be ascribed to Budapest or its inhabitants, the author is glad to find that certain old-fashioned attitudes of courtesy & overall decency are still deeply engrained in Hungarian society. Nicholas Clapton finds that, despite Hungary’s geographical closeness to us & the political rapprochements of the last two decades, there is still a true sense of otherness in this fascinating country. ...

Central Budapest at 1:18, 500 on a laminated, waterproof & tear-resistant street plan from the AA with on the reverse a mini guide to the city highlighting its top 25 sights, recommendations for eating out, shopping & entertainment, plus general tourist information. Coverage extends west across the Danube to include Castle Hill of Buda, west beyond the Pusk ...

Budapest in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Budapest Baedeker is divided into four main categories
- background, practicalities, tours & A-Z of sites. The guide is introduced
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Budapest in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Relax in the Szchenyi Medicinal Baths, observe the incredible neo-Gothic architecture of the Parliament building, & stroll along the historic banks of the Danube at sunset Rick Steves' Budapest allows any traveler to experience all that the country has to offereconomically & hassle-free. Rick knows the best ways to explore Budapest, offering tips on accommodations, transportation, & must-see sights that will save visitors time & money. Whether your interests lie in exploring the Castle District & Heroes' Square or enjoying a beer in a local pub, Rick Steves' Budapest is the perfect guide to this historic center of Europe. ...

Budapest & Hungary in the Green Guide series from Michelin; detailed guides exploring the major sights & attractions of a range of cities, regions & countries. Drawing on a long publishing history, Michelin guides are renowned for their individual ...

Budapest & the Danube Bend (Pilis
- Visegrád) Atlas from the Budapest-based Cartographia with detailed, contoured & GPS compatible
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Budapest in the Cities of the Imagination guide series; providing an in-depth cultural & historical exploration of some of the great city landscapes of the world. Presented as a cultural & literary guide, each title in the series explores the history of the city, providing an overview of the city’s development from its earliest roots to the modern day. Particular emphasis is placed on the literary, poetic, architectural, cultural & historical elements that make up the city & each title is written & researched by an academic expert. An Epilogue offers thoughts on the future of the city, suggested further reading & indices of literary & historical names & famous places & attractions. ...

Budapest in the Wallpaper City Guide series, published by Phaidon & encompassing a collection of pocket-size guides dedicated to the best design elements in major cities. Compiled by experts at the Wallpaper magazine, the guides are widely recognized for appealing to design-conscious travellers & are aimed at those interested in art, design & architecture. Each guide identifies the best bars, restaurants, hotels, places to shop, leisure activities & excursions with a unique emphasis on the finest examples of unusual architecture & design. Each Wallpaper City Guide has the same layout, with separate tabs allowing readers & travellers to access individual sections easily. The tabs consist of Landmarks, Hotels, 24 Hours, Urban Life, Architour, Shopping, Sports & Escapes. High quality colour photographs appear alongside brief descriptions of each hotel, bar or attraction, highlighting distinctive & unusual styles of architecture & design. Extra pages are provided at the back of each guide, allowing readers to record their own notes & sketches. ...