[Budapest, Hungary] Fisherman's Bastion + Buda Castle + St. Stephen's Basilica + Danube River Cruise

▲ The Fisherman's Bastion (Halászbástya) was built in 1905 on the site of a former fish market, constructed by fishermen to protect their interests as a defensive structure. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, the bastion offers stunning panoramic views of Budapest. Today, it serves as a popular spot for locals to take leisurely evening strolls, especially couples who enjoy visiting for romantic moments.

▲ The royal palace occupies one-third of the Castle District, showcasing Hungary's rich history and architectural grandeur through its magnificent structures, including the Gothic Hall, Stephen Tower, the Royal Chapel, and the Royal Garden. Now serving as a museum, the palace features the King Matthias Fountain, adorned with statues of King Matthias in hunting attire and his loyal courtier, Szép Ilonka. The Royal Garden displays an equestrian statue of Prince Eugene of Savoy, the military commander during the liberation of Buda in 1686, while the garden gate is decorated with a statue of the Turul, a mythical bird revered by ancient Hungarians. The eastern wing houses the Castle Museum, also known as the Budapest History Museum, which includes the "1000 Years of the Capital" exhibition and other cultural relics. The palace also accommodates the Hungarian National Gallery, the Museum of the Hungarian Workers' Movement, and the National Széchényi Library. To the south of the palace stands a Gothic gate tower and

▲ The Széchenyi Chain Bridge spans across the Danube River, connecting Buda and Pest. As one of the city's ancient, renowned, and beautiful bridges, it forms a captivating nightscape together with its surrounding architecture.

▲ The Hungarian Parliament Building serves as the seat of Hungary's National Assembly and is one of Europe's oldest legislative buildings, as well as a key landmark in Budapest. Located on Liberty Square by the Danube River, it stands as Hungary's most massive structure and Europe's second-largest parliamentary building. This splendid edifice appears exceptionally magnificent when viewed at night.

▲ St. Stephen's Basilica, also known as St. Stephen's Basilica, is named after Hungary's first king Stephen I, whose right hand remains preserved here. Every August 20th, believers celebrate St. Stephen's Day. Completed in 1905, it stands 96 meters tall. The architecture features neoclassical style with a Greek cross floor plan. The church facade has two large bell towers, with the southern tower housing a bell weighing over 9 tons. Visitors can climb 364 steps to reach the top for a panoramic view of Budapest.

▲ Cruise to enjoy the scenery on both sides