Discover Hungary’s Magnificent Parliament Building
The Hungarian Parliament Building is an immense piece of neo-Gothic architecture. It was built between 1884 and 1904 by the architect Imre Steindl.
The Hungarian Parliament Building is one of the most iconic landmarks in Budapest.
It is currently the largest building in Hungary and the second largest Parliament in Europe.
The neo-Gothic structure was built between 1885 to 1902 by the designs of architect Imre Steindl for the millennium celebrations of 1896.
Construction of the building involved the efforts of nearly a thousand workers with 40 million bricks, half a million precious stones and 40 kilograms (88 lb) of gold.
Dome of the Hungarian Parliament Building from its interior.
The vast interior comprises of 10 courtyards, 13 passenger and freight elevators, 27 gates, 29 staircases and 691 rooms including more than 200 offices.
One of it’s most recognizable features is the central dome which soars over 226 feet into the sky and can be seen from almost any riverside point.
Besides the impressive architecture, visitors can see the Holy Crown of Hungary also known as Magyar Szent Korona in the centre hall. The relic medieval crown is one of the most important symbols of Hungarian statehood dating back over 1000 years.
As well, glass mosaic paintings by Miksa Róth, statues of Hungarian rulers and Transylvanian leaders and famous military people can be seen.
The building features many ornate sculptures on the walls and glass mosaic paintings, most notably by artist Miksa Róth.
The façade of the Parliament faces the river Danube, but the official main entrance is on the opposite side on Kossuth tér.
Until 1945, the Parliament used to have a Lower and an Upper House, however, today’s parliamentary system is unicameral, and sessions are held in the Lower Assembly Hall.
The Parliament building is open all year round and can be visited on guided tours booked in advance.
Tours are available in English, German, French, Russian, Hebrew, Italian, and Spanish.
EU citizens and Hungarians can visit the Parliament Building free of charge upon proof of nationality.
For more information about the Hungarian Parliament Building, visit the House of the Nation website.
Category: Hungary
Did you know, that it has been under renovation for decades? There wasnt a single moment in the last 20 yrs, when it wasnt staged. But! a month ago the renovation of the Danube-front ended – for a week – and we could see the Parliament in its true color (something like ivory) and without the stage. A civic organisation even organised a flashmob to celebrate this
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I knew it was always under renovation but I had no idea they stopped construction for a week on the front end. That must of been amazing to see! Flashmob…that’s funny.
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