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Budapest is actually the union of two cities Buda, on the west side of the Danube, and Pest on the east side of the Danube. The oldest part, and most of the historical sights, of Budapest can be found in District 1 of Buda at Castle Hill. The main ones are The Royal Palace, the National Gallery, the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church. There are countless museums exhibiting just about any topic imaginable. Budapest is truly an artistic center in applied arts and performing arts as well. Whether you prefer the classical opera and ballet performances of the Hungarian State Opera House, the varied musical stylings at the industrial modern Palace of the Arts' National Concert Hall, the blockbuster musicals at Theatre Madach or the cutting edge of contemporary experimental dance, theatre and music at Trafo House of Contemporary Arts, you will find something to suit your taste and pocket.

Hungary is a beautiful country with lots of important things to see. Visitors are often astonished to learn they can go caving in Budapest! Famous Hungarian caves include Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst. Visit the Baroque town and castle of Eger and the old village of Holloko. Explore the Millelnary Benedictine Abbey of Pannonhalma or tour the wine region and historical cultural landscape of Tokaj. These are all World Heritage Sites-except for the caves in Budapest. A popular activity among nature lovers is birdwatching, particularly in Kiskunag and Hortobagy National Parks. Hungary has vast areas of open countryside making it ideal for horse riding. Why not rejuvenate in the many thermal baths, most famous are the Szechenyi baths in Budapest, but there are hundreds throughout the country.