Fisherman's Bastion is a neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque structure on the Buda bank of the Danube on the Castle hill. Palatial and inspiring, this is a must-see during your trip to Budapest.
The Bastion was built between 1895 and 1902 on the remains of an 18th century castle, and was restored between 1947-1948 after being nearly destroyed during WWII. The space was originally home to a guild of fisherman responsible for defending this stretch of the city walls during the Middle Ages.
The building is impressive and strong, an unbelievable place both romantic and magical. The lights of the city twinkle and reflect off the river at night; the chain bridge across the Danube is all lit up too. The seven towers represent the seven Magyar tribes, an ethnic group within Hungary, that settled in the Carpathian Basin in 896.
Today the Fisherman's Bastion is a popular tourist attraction near the Matthias Church. Be sure to bring your camera as the landscape and views here are some of the best in the city.
Go early to avoid the crowds that show up during the day. Skip the cafe as the prices are a bit much compared to better and less expensive ones in the city.
Hours: 9am - 6pm
Admission: Pay only to go up in the tower itself
P.S.
Want to know more about this amazing city? Just contact one of our expert travel consultants for more info! We can take care of all of the accomodations for your next trip.
| Tweet |
