The Hungarian Parliament

The Hungarian Parliament Building is a stunning sight in the evenings.

All about the Hungarian Parliament

Hungary is located in the east of Europe and is home to an estimate of 9.8 million people (2015). It has become one of the most frequented destinations especially amongst expatriates and individuals looking to make it their permanent place of residence. Hungary as a whole has many historical factors leading up to what shaped the country as we know it today. It is home to several beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is known for the natural hot springs which makes for an energising and soothing experience. You can also discover old villages that still practice old Hungarian traditions as well as the beauty of the countryside, or simply visit several iconic destinations comprised of history, intrigue and magnificence.

The Hungarian Parliament is an important focal point of the country; it is located in the heart of its capital city, Budapest, and thus also known as the “Parliament of Budapest”. Having a guided tour of the parliament will give the visitor even more insight to the country’s history and heritage. Tours of the parliament building is also offered in several languages, which is great for those who don’t understand Hungarian and it rules out having to look for a translator to accompany you on the tour. The following information will give you some more details about the parliament of Hungary.

Architecture and interior

Just like many buildings in Hungary that has past influences, the Hungarian parliament has architectural features that showcase a mix of Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival influence. The initial design came about via an international competition held to establish the most suitable design for the building, which was won by Hungarian Architect, Imre Steidle. The initial design takes into account Hungary’s independence from Austria and the union of three separate cities which accounts for its ideal location overlooking the Danube River in Budapest.

The grand building has two identical parliament halls of which one is used for guided tours and the other used for politics. There are a total of 10 courtyards in the interior, 13 freight and passenger elevators, 29 staircases, 27 gates and a total of 691 rooms, with the entire building standing at a tall 96m high. A tour of the interior of the Hungarian parliament will let visitors view the Holy Crown of Hungary which is located in the central hall, statues of rulers and leaders as well as important military figures which are also on display inside the parliament.

Next time you plan a trip to Hungary make sure you book your guided tour of the Hungarian Parliament. It is definitely on the list of things to do in Budapest.